Dell PowerEdge R630 Owner's Manual
About your system
Performing initial system configuration
Pre-operating system management applications
Installing and removing system components
Troubleshooting your system
Using system diagnostics
- Dell Embedded System Diagnostics
Jumpers and connectors
Technical specifications
Getting help

DELL R630 User Manual

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Dell PowerEdge R630

Owner's Manual

Regulatory Model: E26S Series

Regulatory Type: E26S001

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

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CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you

how to avoid the problem.

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2014 - 09

Rev. A00

Contents

1 About your system................................................................................................ 8

Supported configurations..................................................................................................................... 8

Front-panel features and indicators.....................................................................................................8

LCD panel features.............................................................................................................................. 13

Home screen................................................................................................................................. 14

Setup menu....................................................................................................................................14

View menu..................................................................................................................................... 15

Diagnostic indicators...........................................................................................................................15

Hard-drive indicator codes................................................................................................................. 17

iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes......................................................................................................18

Quick Sync indicator codes................................................................................................................ 19

Back-panel features and indicators................................................................................................... 20

NIC indicator codes............................................................................................................................ 23

Power indicator codes........................................................................................................................23

Documentation matrix........................................................................................................................26

Quick Resource Locator .............................................................................................................. 27

2 Performing initial system configuration ....................................................... 28

Setting up your system....................................................................................................................... 28

Methods of setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address .........................................................28

Information about logging in to iDRAC............................................................................................. 29

Methods of installing the operating system.......................................................................................29

Remote management ........................................................................................................................29

Downloading and installing drivers and firmware............................................................................. 29

3 Pre-operating system management applications........................................ 31

Navigation keys....................................................................................................................................31

About System Setup............................................................................................................................32

Entering System Setup.................................................................................................................. 32

System Setup Main Menu..............................................................................................................32

System BIOS screen...................................................................................................................... 32

System Information screen details............................................................................................... 33

Memory Settings screen details....................................................................................................34

Processor Settings screen details................................................................................................. 35

SATA Settings screen details.........................................................................................................36

Boot Settings screen details..........................................................................................................39

Network Settings screen details................................................................................................... 40

Integrated Devices screen details................................................................................................ 40

Serial Communication screen details...........................................................................................42

System Profile Settings screen details..........................................................................................42

System Security settings screen details........................................................................................44

Miscellaneous Settings screen details..........................................................................................46

About Boot Manager...........................................................................................................................47

Entering Boot Manager ................................................................................................................ 47

Boot Manager main menu............................................................................................................ 47

Changing the boot order.................................................................................................................... 47

Choosing the system boot mode...................................................................................................... 48

Assigning a system and setup password............................................................................................48

Deleting or changing an existing system password and setup password........................................49

4 Installing and removing system components...............................................50

Safety instructions...............................................................................................................................50

Before working inside your system....................................................................................................50

After working inside your system....................................................................................................... 50

Recommended tools...........................................................................................................................51

Front bezel (optional).......................................................................................................................... 51

Removing the front bezel..............................................................................................................51

Installing the front bezel............................................................................................................... 52

Removing the system cover............................................................................................................... 52

Installing the system cover................................................................................................................. 53

Inside the system.................................................................................................................................54

Cooling shroud................................................................................................................................... 56

Removing the cooling shroud...................................................................................................... 56

Installing the cooling shroud........................................................................................................ 57

System memory...................................................................................................................................57

General memory module installation guidelines.........................................................................59

Mode-specific guidelines..............................................................................................................59

Sample memory configurations....................................................................................................61

Removing memory modules........................................................................................................ 63

Installing memory modules.......................................................................................................... 65

Hard drives.......................................................................................................................................... 66

Removing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank..........................................................................................67

Installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank............................................................................................67

Removing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank......................................................................................... 68

Installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank........................................................................................... 68

Removing a hot-swap hard drive................................................................................................. 69

Installing a hot-swap hard drive....................................................................................................71

Removing a hard drive from a hard-drive carrier.........................................................................71

Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier............................................................................ 72

Removing a 1.8 inch hard drive from a hard-drive carrier...........................................................72

Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier.............................................................. 73

Optical drive (optional)........................................................................................................................73

Removing the optical drive........................................................................................................... 73

Installing the optical drive............................................................................................................. 74

Removing the slim optical drive blank..........................................................................................75

Installing the slim optical drive blank............................................................................................76

Cooling fans........................................................................................................................................ 76

Removing a cooling fan.................................................................................................................77

Installing a cooling fan.................................................................................................................. 78

Internal USB memory key (optional).................................................................................................. 78

Replacing the internal USB key.....................................................................................................78

Expansion cards and expansion-card risers.......................................................................................79

Expansion card installation guidelines..........................................................................................79

Removing an expansion card....................................................................................................... 80

Installing an expansion card..........................................................................................................81

Removing expansion-card risers..................................................................................................82

Installing expansion card risers.....................................................................................................84

SD vFlash media card..........................................................................................................................85

Replacing a SD vFlash card...........................................................................................................85

Internal dual SD module..................................................................................................................... 85

Removing the internal dual SD module ...................................................................................... 86

Installing the internal dual SD module ........................................................................................ 88

Internal SD card.................................................................................................................................. 88

Removing an internal SD Card..................................................................................................... 88

Installing an internal SD card........................................................................................................89

Integrated storage controller card.....................................................................................................89

Removing the integrated storage controller card....................................................................... 89

Installing the integrated storage controller card..........................................................................91

Network daughter card....................................................................................................................... 91

Removing the network daughter card..........................................................................................91

Installing the network daughter card........................................................................................... 93

Processors........................................................................................................................................... 93

Removing a processor.................................................................................................................. 93

Installing a processor.................................................................................................................... 97

Power supply units..............................................................................................................................99

Hot Spare feature.......................................................................................................................... 99

Removing the power supply unit blank..................................................................................... 100

Installing the power supply unit blank........................................................................................101

Removing an AC power supply unit........................................................................................... 101

Installing an AC power supply unit.............................................................................................102

Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit.........................................................................103

Removing a DC power supply unit.............................................................................................104

Installing a DC power supply unit...............................................................................................105

System battery...................................................................................................................................105

Replacing the system battery......................................................................................................105

Hard-drive backplane........................................................................................................................107

Removing the hard-drive backplane.......................................................................................... 107

Installing the hard-drive backplane.............................................................................................113

Control Panel Assembly.................................................................................................................... 114

Removing the control panel board–8 hard drive system..........................................................114

Installing the control panel board–8 hard drive system............................................................ 115

Removing the control panel–8 hard–drive system................................................................... 116

Installing the control panel–8 hard drive system.......................................................................117

Removing the control panel–10 hard–drive and 24–hard drive system..................................118

Installing the control panel–10 hard–drive system and 24 hard–drive system....................... 119

VGA Module...................................................................................................................................... 120

Removing the VGA module........................................................................................................ 120

Installing the VGA module...........................................................................................................121

System board.....................................................................................................................................122

Removing the system board....................................................................................................... 122

Installing the system board.........................................................................................................124

Trusted Platform Module..................................................................................................................126

Installing the Trusted Platform Module .....................................................................................126

Re-enabling the TPM for BitLocker users...................................................................................127

Re-enabling the TPM for TXT users............................................................................................127

5 Troubleshooting your system........................................................................ 129

Safety first—for you and your system...............................................................................................129

Troubleshooting system startup failure........................................................................................... 129

Troubleshooting external connections............................................................................................129

Troubleshooting the video subsystem.............................................................................................129

Troubleshooting a USB device......................................................................................................... 129

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (USB XML configuration)............................................................... 130

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (laptop connection)........................................................................131

Troubleshooting a serial I/O device..................................................................................................131

Troubleshooting a NIC...................................................................................................................... 131

Troubleshooting a wet system......................................................................................................... 132

Troubleshooting a damaged system................................................................................................133

Troubleshooting the system battery................................................................................................ 133

Troubleshooting power supply units............................................................................................... 134

Power source problems..............................................................................................................134

Power supply unit problems....................................................................................................... 134

Troubleshooting cooling problems..................................................................................................135

Troubleshooting cooling fans...........................................................................................................135

Troubleshooting system memory.................................................................................................... 136

Troubleshooting an internal USB key............................................................................................... 137

Troubleshooting an SD card............................................................................................................. 137

Troubleshooting an optical drive..................................................................................................... 138

Troubleshooting a tape backup unit................................................................................................ 138

Troubleshooting a hard drive........................................................................................................... 139

Troubleshooting a storage controller..............................................................................................140

Troubleshooting expansion cards....................................................................................................140

Troubleshooting processors............................................................................................................. 141

System messages.............................................................................................................................. 142

Warning messages...................................................................................................................... 142

Diagnostic messages...................................................................................................................142

Alert messages.............................................................................................................................142

6 Using system diagnostics................................................................................143

Dell Embedded System Diagnostics.................................................................................................143

When to use the Embedded System Diagnostics......................................................................143

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager............................................143

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller.....................143

System diagnostic controls.........................................................................................................144

7 Jumpers and connectors................................................................................ 145

System board jumper settings.......................................................................................................... 145

System board connectors.................................................................................................................146

Disabling a forgotten password........................................................................................................148

8 Technical specifications..................................................................................149

9 Getting help.......................................................................................................155

Contacting Dell..................................................................................................................................155

Locating your system service tag..................................................................................................... 155

Documentation feedback................................................................................................................. 155

Quick Resource Locator .................................................................................................................. 155

About your system

The Dell PowerEdge R630 is a rack server that support up to two processors based on the Intel Xeon

E5-2600 v3 processor family, up to 24 DIMMs, and storage capacity of up to 28 drive slots.

NOTE: The Dell PowerEdge R630 system supports only internal, hot-swappable hard drives.

Supported configurations

PowerEdge R630 Systems Configurations

Eight-hard-drive systems Up to eight 2.5 inch hard drives

Ten-hard-drive systems Up to ten 2.5 inch hard drives

Twenty four-hard-drive systems Up to twenty four 1.8 hard drives

Front-panel features and indicators

Figure 1. Front-panel features and indicators–8 hard-drive system

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

1 Power-on indicator,

power button

The power-on indicator lights when the system

power is on. The power button controls the power

supply output to the system.

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

NOTE: On ACPI-compliant operating systems,

turning off the system using the power button

causes the system to perform a graceful

shutdown before power to the system is

turned off.

2 NMI button Used to troubleshoot software and device driver

errors when running certain operating systems.

This button can be pressed using the end of a

paper clip.

Use this button only if directed to do so by

qualified support personnel or by the operating

system documentation.

3 System identification

button

The identification buttons on the front and back

panels can be used to locate a particular system

within a rack. When one of these buttons is

pressed, the LCD panel on the front and the

system status indicator on the back flashes blue

until one of the buttons is pressed again.

Press to toggle the system ID to ON or OFF. If the

system stops responding during POST, press and

hold the system ID button for more than five

seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset the iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC

setup) press and hold the button for more than 15

seconds.

4 USB management port/

iDRAC Direct (2)

Allows you to connect USB devices to the system

or provides access to the iDRAC Direct features.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell

Remote Access Controller User's Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals. The ports are USB 2.0-

compliant.

5 Optical drive (optional) One optional SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD+/-RW

drive.

NOTE: DVD devices are data only.

6 SD vFlash media card

slot

Allows you to insert a vFlash media card.

7 LCD menu buttons Allows you to navigate the control panel LCD

menu.

8 Information tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to record

system information, such as Service Tag, NIC, and

MAC address.

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

9 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system

error messages. The LCD lights blue during normal

system operation. When the system needs

attention, the LCD lights amber and the LCD panel

displays an error code followed by descriptive text.

NOTE: If the system is connected to AC

power and an error is detected, the LCD lights

amber regardless of whether the system is

turned on or off.

10 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the

system.

11 Hard drives (8) Up to eight 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard drives.

12. Quick Sync Indicates a Quick Sync enabled system. The Quick

Sync feature is optional and requires a Quick Sync

bezel. This feature allows management of the

system using mobile devices. This feature

aggregates hardware/firmware inventory and

various system level diagnostic/error information

that can be used in troubleshooting the system.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell

Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals.

Figure 2. Front-panel features and indicators–10 hard-drive system

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

1 Diagnostic indicators The diagnostic indicators light up to display error

status.

2 System health indicator The system health indicator blinks amber when a

system fault is detected.

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

3 Power-on indicator,

power button

The power-on indicator lights when the system

power is on. The power button controls the power

supply output to the system.

NOTE: On ACPI-compliant operating systems,

turning off the system using the power button

causes the system to perform a graceful

shutdown before power to the system is

turned off.

4 NMI button Used to troubleshoot software and device driver

errors when running certain operating systems.

This button can be pressed using the end of a

paper clip.

Use this button only if directed to do so by

qualified support personnel or by the operating

system documentation.

5 System identification

button

The identification buttons on the front and back

panels can be used to locate a particular system

within a rack. When one of these buttons is

pressed, the system status indicator on the back

flashes until one of the buttons is pressed again.

Press to toggle the system ID on and off.

If the system stops responding during POST, press

and hold the system ID button for more than five

seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset the iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC

setup) press and hold the button for more than 15

seconds.

6 Mini USB connector/

iDRAC Direct

Allows you to connect USB devices to the system

or provides access to the iDRAC Direct features.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell

Remote Access Controller User's Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals. The port is USB 2.0-

compliant.

7 Information tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to record

system information, such as Service Tag, NIC, and

MAC address as per your need.

8 Hard drives (10) Up to ten 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard drives. Up

to six 2.5 hot-swappable hard drives and up to four

2.5 inch Dell PowerEdge Express Flash devices

(PCIe SSDs).

9 Quick Sync Indicates a Quick Sync enabled system. The Quick

Sync feature is optional and requires a Quick Sync

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

bezel. This feature allows management of the

system using mobile devices. This feature

aggregates hardware/firmware inventory and

various system level diagnostic/error information

that can be used in troubleshooting the system.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell

Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals.

Figure 3. Front-panel features and indicators–24 hard-drive system

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

1 Diagnostic indicators The diagnostic indicators light up to display error

status.

2 System health indicator The system health indicator blinks amber when a

system fault is detected.

3 Power-on indicator,

power button

The power-on indicator lights when the system

power is on. The power button controls the

power supply output to the system.

NOTE: On ACPI-compliant operating

systems, turning off the system using the

power button causes the system to perform

a graceful shutdown before power to the

system is turned off.

4 NMI button Used to troubleshoot software and device driver

errors when running certain operating systems.

This button can be pressed using the end of a

paper clip.

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

Use this button only if directed to do so by

qualified support personnel or by the operating

system documentation.

5 System identification

button

The identification buttons on the front and back

panels can be used to locate a particular system

within a rack. When one of these buttons is

pressed, the system status indicator on the back

flashes until one of the buttons is pressed again.

Press to toggle the system ID on and off.

If the system stops responding during POST, press

and hold the system ID button for more than five

seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset the iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC

setup) press and hold the button for more than 15

seconds.

6 Mini USB connector Allows you to connect USB devices to the system

or provides access to the iDRAC Direct features.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell

Remote Access Controller User's Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals. The port is USB 2.0-

compliant.

7 Information tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to

record system information, such as Service Tag,

NIC, MAC address, and so on as per your need.

8 Hard drives (24) Up to 24 1.8 inch hot-swappable hard drives.

9 Quick Sync Indicates a Quick Sync enabled system. The

Quick Sync feature is optional and requires a

Quick Sync bezel. This feature allows

management of the system using mobile devices.

This feature aggregates hardware/firmware

inventory and various system level diagnostic/

error information that can be used in

troubleshooting the system. For more

information, see the Integrated Dell Remote

Access Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/

esmmanuals.

LCD panel features

The LCD panel of your system provides system information and status and error messages to indicate if

the system is operating correctly or if the system needs attention. For more information on error

messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

• The LCD backlight lights blue during normal operating conditions and lights amber to indicate an

error condition.

• The LCD backlight is off when the system is in standby mode and can be turned on by pressing either

the Select, Left, or Right button on the LCD panel.

• The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off through the iDRAC utility, the LCD

panel, or other tools.

Figure 4. LCD panel features

Item Button Description

1 Left Moves the cursor back in one-step increments.

2 Select Selects the menu item highlighted by the cursor.

3 Right Moves the cursor forward in one-step increments.

During message scrolling:

• Press and hold the button to increase scrolling speed.

• Release the button to stop.

NOTE: The display will stop scrolling when the button is

released. After 45 seconds of inactivity the display will start

scrolling.

Home screen

The Home screen displays user-configurable information about the system. This screen is displayed

during normal system operation when there are no status messages or errors. When the system is in

standby mode, the LCD backlight turns off after five minutes of inactivity if there are no error messages.

Press one of the three navigation buttons (Select, Left, or Right) to view the Home screen.

To navigate to the Home screen from another menu, continue to select the up arrow until the Home

icon is displayed, and then select the Home icon.

From the Home screen, press the Select button to enter the main menu.

Setup menu

NOTE: When you select an option in the Setup menu, you must confirm the option before

proceeding to the next action.

Option Description

iDRAC Select DHCP or Static IP to configure the network mode. If Static IP is selected,

the available fields are IP, Subnet (Sub), and Gateway (Gtw). Select Setup DNS to

enable DNS and to view domain addresses. Two separate DNS entries are available.

Set error Select SEL to display LCD error messages in a format that matches the IPMI

description in the SEL. This is useful when trying to match an LCD message with an

SEL entry.

Select Simple to display LCD error messages in a simplified user-friendly

description. For more information on error messages, see the Dell Event and Error

Messages Reference Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Set home Select the default information to be displayed on the LCD Home screen. See View

menu to see the options and option items that can be set as the default on the

Home screen.

View menu

NOTE: When you select an option in the View menu, you must confirm the option before

proceeding to the next action.

Option Description

iDRAC IP Displays the IPv4 or IPv6 addresses for iDRAC8. Addresses include DNS (Primary

and Secondary), Gateway, IP, and Subnet (IPv6 does not have Subnet).

MAC Displays the MAC addresses for iDRAC, iSCSI, or Network devices.

Name Displays the name of the Host, Model, or User String for the system.

Number Displays the Asset tag or the Service tag for the system.

Power Displays the power output of the system in BTU/hr or Watts. The display format can

be configured in the Set home submenu of the Setup menu.

Temperature Displays the temperature of the system in Celsius or Fahrenheit. The display format

can be configured in the Set home submenu of the Setup menu.

Diagnostic indicators

The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display error status during system startup.

NOTE: The diagnostic indicators are not present if the system is equipped with an LCD display.

NOTE: The diagnostic indicators are present only on the 10-hard drive and the 24–hard drive

systems.

NOTE: No diagnostic indicators are lit when the system is switched off. To start the system, plug it

into a working power source and press the power button.

Icon Description Condition Corrective action

Health

indicator

If the system is on, and in

good health, the indicator

lights solid blue.

None required.

The indicator blinks amber if

the system is on or in

standby, and if any error

exists (for example, a failed

fan or hard drive).

See the System Event Log or system

messages for the specific issue. For more

information on error messages, see the Dell

Event and Error Messages Reference Guide

at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Invalid memory configurations can cause

the system to halt at startup without any

video output. See Getting help.

Hard-drive

indicator

The indicator blinks amber if

a hard drive experiences an

error.

See the System Event Log to determine the

hard drive that has an error. Run the

appropriate Online Diagnostics test. Restart

system and run embedded diagnostics

(ePSA). If the hard drives are configured in a

RAID array, restart the system and enter the

host adapter configuration utility program.

Electrical

indicator

The indicator blinks amber if

the system experiences an

electrical error (for example,

voltage out of range, or a

failed power supply or

voltage regulator).

See the System Event Log or system

messages for the specific issue. If it is due to

a problem with the power supply, check the

LED on the power supply. Re-seat the

power supply by removing and reinstalling

it. If the problem persists, see Getting help.

Temperatur

e indicator

The indicator blinks amber if

the system experiences a

thermal error (for example, a

temperature out of range or

fan failure).

Ensure that none of the following

conditions exist:

• A cooling fan is removed or has failed.

• System cover, cooling shroud, EMI filler

panel, memory-module blank, or back-

filler bracket is removed.

• Ambient temperature is too high.

• External airflow is obstructed.

See Getting help.

Memory

indicator

The indicator blinks amber if

a memory error occurs.

See the system event log or system

messages for the location of the failed

memory. Reinstall the memory device. If the

problem persists, see Getting help.

PCIe

indicator

The indicator blinks amber if

a PCIe card experiences an

error.

Restart the system. Update any required

drivers for the PCIe card. Re-install the card.

If the problem persists, see Getting help.

NOTE: For more information on

supported PCIe cards, see Expansion

Card Installation Guidelines.

Hard-drive indicator codes

Figure 5. Hard-drive indicators

1. hard-drive activity indicator 2. hard-drive status indicator

3. hard drive

NOTE: If the hard drive is in Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status indicator

(on the right side) does not function and remains off.

Drive-status indicator pattern (RAID only) Condition

Blinks green two times per second Identifying drive or preparing for removal.

Off Drive ready for insertion or removal.

NOTE: The drive status indicator remains off until

all hard drives are initialized after the system is

turned on. Drives are not ready for insertion or

removal during this time.

Blinks green, amber, and turns off Predicted drive failure

Blinks amber four times per second Drive failed

Blinks green slowly Drive rebuilding

Steady green Drive online

Blinks green three seconds, amber three

seconds, and turns off six seconds

Rebuild aborted

iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes

NOTE: The iDRAC Direct LED indicator does not light up for the USB mode.

Figure 6. iDRAC Direct LED indicator

1. iDRAC Direct status indicator

The table below displays iDRAC Direct activity when configuring iDRAC Direct by using the management

port (USB XML Import).

Convention iDRAC Direct

LED indicator

pattern

Condition

A Green Lights green for a minimum of 2 seconds at the beginning and end

of a file transfer.

B Flashing green Indicates file transfer or any operation tasks.

C Green and turns

off

Indicates that the file transfer is complete.

D Not lit Indicates that the USB is ready to be removed or that a task is

complete.

The table below displays iDRAC Direct activity when configuring iDRAC Direct using your laptop and

cable (Laptop Connect).

iDRAC Direct LED

indicator pattern Condition

Solid green for two

seconds

Indicates that the laptop is connected.

Flashing green (on

for two seconds and

off for two seconds)

Indicates that the laptop connected is recognized.

Turns off Indicates that the laptop is unplugged..

Quick Sync indicator codes

Figure 7. Quick Sync indicator codes

1. Quick Sync status indicator 2. Quick Sync activation button

Power indicator pattern Condition

Slow blink Quick Sync is waiting to be configured from iDRAC.

Solid Quick Sync is ready to transfer.

Blinks three times rapidly and then turns off Quick Sync feature is disabled from iDRAC.

Blinks continuously when the mobile device

touches the antenna

Indicates data transfer activity.

Blinks rapidly five times and turns off for one

second when the activation button is pressed.

This pattern is repeated until the activation

button is pressed again.

Quick Sync hardware is not responding properly.

Reseat the bezel. the problem persists, see Getting

help.

Off Indicates that the Quick Sync feature is turned off.

Use the activation button to activate it. If pressing the

activation button does not turn on the LEDs, it

indicates that power is not delivered to the Quick

Sync bezel.

NOTE: For security purposes, Quick Sync turns

off after thirty seconds of in-activity after the

activation button is pressed. Once timed-out,

the user is expected to press the activation

button again to activate Quick Sync.

Back-panel features and indicators

Figure 8. Back-panel features and indicators—8 hard-drive system (2 PCIe expansion cards)

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

1 System identification

button

The identification buttons on the front and back

panels can be used to locate a particular system

within a rack. When one of these buttons is

pressed, the LCD panel on the front and the

system status indicator on the back blink until one

of the buttons is pressed again.

Press to toggle the system ID on and off. If the

system stops responding during POST, press and

hold the system ID button for more than five

seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup)

press and hold for more than 15 seconds.

2 System identification

connector

Allows you to connect the optional system status

indicator assembly through the optional cable

management arm.

3 iDRAC8 Enterprise port Dedicated management port.

NOTE: The port is available for use only if the

iDRAC87 Enterprise license is installed on your

system.

4 PCIe expansion card slot

(riser 1)

Allows you to connect a low profile PCIe

expansion card.

5 Serial connector Allows you to connect a serial device to the

system.

6 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.

7 USB connectors (2) Allows you to connect USB devices to the system.

The ports are USB 3.0-compliant.

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

8 PCIe expansion card slot

(riser 2)

Allows you to connect a full height three-fourth

length PCIe expansion card.

9 Ethernet connectors (4) Four integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC

connectors

Four integrated connectors:

• Two integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC

connectors

• Two integrated 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 Gbps SFP

+ connectors

10 Power supply (PSU1) AC 495 W, 750 W, or 1100 W

DC 750 W or 1100 W

11 Power supply (PSU2)

Figure 9. Back-panel features and indicators—24 hard-drive system, 10 hard-drive system, and 8 hard-drive

system (3 PCIe expansion cards)

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

1 System identification

button

The identification buttons on the front and back

panels can be used to locate a particular system

within a rack.

10/24 Hard-

Drive System

When one of these buttons

is pressed, the system status

indicator on the back flashes

until one of the buttons is

pressed again.

8 Hard-Drive

System

When one of these buttons

is pressed, the LCD panel on

the front and the system

status indicator on the back

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector Icon Description

flashes until one of the

buttons is pressed again.

Press to toggle the system ID on and off. If the

system stops responding during POST, press and

hold the system ID button for more than five

seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup)

press and hold for more than 15 seconds.

2 System identification

connector

Allows you to connect the optional system status

indicator assembly through the optional cable

management arm.

3 iDRAC8 Enterprise port Dedicated management port.

NOTE: The port is available for use only if the

iDRAC8 Enterprise license is installed on your

system.

4 LP PCIe expansion card

slot (riser 1)

Allows you to connect a low profile PCIe

expansion card.

5 Serial connector Allows you to connect a serial device to the

system.

6 LP PCIe expansion card

slot (riser 2)

Allows you to connect a low profile PCIe

expansion card.

7 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.

8 USB connectors (2) Allows you to connect USB devices to the system.

The ports are USB 3.0-compliant.

9 LP PCIe expansion card

slot (riser 3)

Allows you to connect a LP PCIe expansion card.

10 Ethernet connectors (4) Four integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC

connectors

Four integrated connectors:

• Two integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC

connectors

• Two integrated 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 Gbps SFP

+ connectors

11 Power supply (PSU1) AC 495 W, 750 W, or 1100 W

DC 750 W or 1100 W

12 Power supply (PSU2)

NIC indicator codes

Figure 10. NIC indicators

1. link indicator 2. activity indicator

Indicator Indicator code

Link and activity indicators are off The NIC is not connected to the network.

Link indicator is green The NIC is connected to a valid network at its

maximum port speed (1 Gbps or 10 Gbps).

Link indicator is amber The NIC is connected to a valid network at less

than its maximum port speed.

Activity indicator is blinking green Network data is being sent or received.

Power indicator codes

Each AC power supply unit (PSU) has an illuminated translucent handle and each DC power supply unit

(when available) has an LED that serves as an indicator to show whether power is present or a power fault

has occurred.

Figure 11. AC power supply unit status indicator

1. AC power supply unit status indicator/handle

Convention Power indicator

pattern Condition

A Green The handle indicator lights green indicating that a valid power

source is connected to the power supply unit and that the power

supply unit is operational.

B Flashing green When updating the firmware of the power supply unit, the power

supply unit handle flashes green.

C Flashing green

and turns off

When hot-adding a power supply unit (PSU), the power supply unit

handle flashes green five times at 4 Hz rate and turns off. This

indicates that the power supply unit is mismatched with the other

power supply unit (in terms of efficiency, feature set, health status,

and supported voltage). Replace the power supply unit that has the

flashing indicator with a power supply unit that matches the capacity

of the other installed power supply unit.

NOTE: For AC power supplies, use only PSUs with the Extended

Power Performance (EPP) label on the back. Mixing PSUs from

previous generations of servers can result in a PSU mismatch

condition or failure to power on.

D Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the power supply unit.

Convention Power indicator

pattern Condition

CAUTION: When correcting a power supply unit mismatch,

replace only the power supply unit with the flashing indicator.

Swapping the opposite power supply unit to make a matched

pair can result in an error condition and unexpected system

shutdown. To change from a High Output configuration to a

Low Output configuration or vice versa, you must power

down the system.

CAUTION: AC power supplies support both 220 V and 110 V

input voltages with the exception of Titanium power supplies,

which support only 220 V. When two identical power supplies

receive different input voltages, they can output different

wattages, and trigger a mismatch.

CAUTION: If two power supplies are used, they must be of the

same type and have the same maximum output power.

CAUTION: Combining AC and DC power supplies is not

supported and triggers a mismatch.

E Not lit Power is not connected.

Figure 12. DC power supply unit status indicator

1. DC power supply unit status indicator

Convention Power indicator

pattern Condition

A Green The handle/LED indicator lights green indicating that a valid power

source is connected to the power supply unit and that the power

supply unit is operational.

B Flashing green When hot-adding a power supply unit, power supply unit LED

flashes green. This indicates that the power supply unit is

mismatched with the other power supply unit (in terms of

efficiency, feature set, health status, and supported voltage).

Replace the power supply unit that has the flashing indicator with a

power supply unit that matches the capacity of the other installed

power supply unit.

C Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the power supply unit.

CAUTION: When correcting a power supply unit mismatch,

replace only the power supply unit with the flashing

indicator. Swapping the opposite power supply unit to make

a matched pair can result in an error condition and

unexpected system shutdown. To change from a High

Output configuration to a Low Output configuration or vice

versa, you must power down the system.

CAUTION: AC power supplies support both 220 V and 110 V

input voltages with the exception of Titanium power

supplies, which support only 220 V. When two identical

power supplies receive different input voltages, they can

output different wattages, and trigger a mismatch.

CAUTION: If two power supplies are used, they must be of

the same type and have the same maximum output power.

CAUTION: Combining AC and DC power supplies is not

supported and triggers a mismatch.

D Not lit Power is not connected.

Documentation matrix

The documentation matrix provides information on documents that you can refer to for setting up and

managing your system.

To... Refer to...

Install your system into a rack Rack documentation included with your rack

solution

Set up your system and know the system technical

specifications

Getting Started With Your System that shipped with

your system or see dell.com/poweredgemanuals

Install the operating system Operating system documentation at dell.com/

operatingsystemmanuals

To... Refer to...

Get an overview of the Dell Systems Management

offerings

Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview

Guide at dell.com/openmanagemanuals

Configure and log in to iDRAC, set up managed

and management system, know the iDRAC

features and troubleshoot using iDRAC

Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's

Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals

Know about the RACADM subcommands and

supported RACADM interfaces

RACADM Command Line Reference Guide for

iDRAC and CMC at dell.com/esmmanuals

Launch, enable and disable Lifecycle Controller,

know the features, use and troubleshoot Lifecycle

Controller

Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/

esmmanuals

Use Lifecycle Controller Remote Services Dell Lifecycle Controller Remote Services Quick

Start Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals

Set up, use, and troubleshoot OpenManage Server

Administrator

Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User’s

Guide at dell.com/openmanagemanuals

Install, use and troubleshoot OpenManage

Essentials

Dell OpenManage Essentials User’s Guide at

dell.com/openmanagemanuals

Know the features of the storage controller cards,

deploy the cards, and manage the storage

subsystem

Storage controller documentation at dell.com/

storagecontrollermanuals

Check the event and error messages generated by

the system firmware and agents that monitor

system components

Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals

Quick Resource Locator

Use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) to get immediate access to system information and how-to

videos. This can be done by visiting dell.com/QRL or by using your smartphone or tablet and a model

specific Quick Resource (QR) code located on your Dell PowerEdge system. To try out the QR code, scan

the following image.

Performing initial system configuration

After you receive your PowerEdge system, you must set up your system, install the operating system, and

set up and configure the system iDRAC IP address for system management.

Setting up your system

1. Unpack the server.

2. Install the server into the rack. For more information on installing the server into the rack, see your

system's Rack Installation Placemat at dell.com/poweredgemanuals.

3. Connect any peripherals to the system.

4. Connect the system to its electrical outlet.

5. Turn the system on by pressing the power button or using iDRAC.

6. Turn on the attached peripherals.

Methods of setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP

address

You can set up the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) IP address by using one of the

following interfaces:

1. iDRAC Settings utility.

2. Lifecycle Controller.

3. Dell Deployment Toolkit.

4. Server LCD panel.

5. Quick Sync (optional)

You can configure iDRAC IP using:

1. iDRAC Web Interface.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide.

2. Remote Access Controller ADMin (RACADM).

For more information, see the RACADM Command Line Interface Reference Guide and the

Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide.

3. Remote Services that includes Web Services Management (WS-Man). For more information, see the

Lifecycle Controller Remote Services Quick Start Guide.

For more information on setting up and configuring iDRAC, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access

Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Information about logging in to iDRAC

You can log in to iDRAC as an iDRAC local user, as a Microsoft Active Directory user, or as a Lightweight

Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user. You can also log in using Single Sign-On or Smart Card. The

default user name is root and password is calvin. For more information on logging in to iDRAC and

iDRAC licenses, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

You can also access the iDRAC using RACADM. For more information, see the RACADM Command Line

Interface Reference Guide and the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide available at

dell.com/esmmanuals.

Methods of installing the operating system

If the server is shipped without an operating system, install the supported operating system on the server

using the following methods:

• Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation media. See the operating system

documentation at dell.com/operatingsystemmanuals.

• Dell Lifecycle Controller. See the Lifecycle Controller documentation at dell.com/esmmanuals.

• Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit. See the OpenManage documentation at dell.com/

openmanagemanuals.

For information on the list of operating systems supported on your system, see the operating systems

support matrix at dell.com/ossupport.

Remote management

To perform out-of-band systems management using iDRAC, you must configure iDRAC for remote

accessibility, set up the management station and managed system, and configure the supported Web

browsers. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals.

You can also remotely monitor and manage the server, using the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator

(OMSA) software and OpenManage Essentials (OME) systems management console. For more

information, see dell.com/openmanagemanuals.

Downloading and installing drivers and firmware

It is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS, drivers, and systems management

firmware on your system.

Prerequisites

NOTE: Ensure that you clear the web browser cache.

Steps

1. Go to dell.com/support/drivers.

2. In the Product Selection section, enter the service tag of your system in the Service Tag or Express

Service Code field.

NOTE: If you do not have the service tag, select Automatically detect my Service Tag for me to

allow the system to automatically detect your service tag, or select Choose from a list of all

Dell products to select your product from the Product Selection page.

3. Click Get drivers and downloads.

The drivers that are applicable to your selection are displayed.

4. Download the drivers that you require to a diskette drive, USB drive, CD, or DVD.

Pre-operating system management

applications

The pre-operating system management applications for your PowerEdge system help you manage

different settings and features of your system without booting to the operating system.

Your PowerEdge system has the following pre-operating system management applications:

• System Setup

• Boot Manager

• Dell Lifecycle Controller

Dell Lifecycle Controller allows you to perform useful tasks such as configuring BIOS and hardware

settings, deploying operating system, updating drivers, changing RAID settings, and saving hardware

profiles. For more information about Dell Lifecycle Controller, see the documentation at dell.com/

esmmanuals.

Navigation keys

The navigation keys can help you access the pre-operating system management applications.

Key Description

<PgUp> Moves to the previous screen.

<PgDn> Moves to the next screen.

Up arrow Moves to the previous field.

Down

arrow

Moves to the next field.

<Enter> Enables you to type a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field.

Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop-down list, if applicable.

<Tab> Moves to the next focus area.

NOTE: This feature is applicable for the standard graphics browser only.

<Esc> Moves to the previous page till you view the main screen. Pressing <Esc> in the main

screen exits System BIOS/IDRAC Settings/Device Settings/Service Tag Settings and

proceeds with system boot.

<F1> Displays the System Setup help text.

About System Setup

Using System Setup, you can configure the BIOS settings, iDRAC settings, and device settings of your

system.

You can access System Setup in two ways:

• Standard Graphical Browser— This is enabled by default.

• Text Browser— This is enabled using Console Redirection.

NOTE: By default, help text for the selected field is displayed in the graphical browser. To view the

help text in the text browser, press <F1>.

Entering System Setup

1. Turn on or restart your system.

2. Press <F2> immediately after you see the following message:

<F2> = System Setup

If your operating system begins to load before you press <F2>, allow the system to finish booting,

and then restart your system and try again.

System Setup Main Menu

Option Description

System BIOS Enables you to configure BIOS settings.

iDRAC Settings Enables you to configure iDRAC settings.

The iDRAC Settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC

parameters using UEFI. You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by

using the iDRAC Settings utility. For more information about this utility, see the

Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Device Settings Enables you to configure device settings.

System BIOS screen

You can use the System BIOS screen to view BIOS settings as well as edit specific functions such as boot

order, system password, setup password, setting RAID mode, and enabling or disabling USB ports.

In the System Setup Main Menu, click System BIOS.

The System BIOS screen details are explained below.

Example

Menu Item Description

System

Information

Displays information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS

version, Service Tag, and so on.

Memory Settings Displays information and options related to installed memory.

Menu Item Description

Processor Settings Displays information and options related to the processor such as speed, cache

size, and so on.

SATA Settings Displays options to enable or disable the integrated SATA controller and ports.

Boot Settings Displays options to specify the boot mode (BIOS or UEFI). Enables you to modify

UEFI and BIOS boot settings.

Integrated

Devices

Displays options to enable or disable integrated device controllers and ports, and to

specify related features and options.

Serial

Communication

Displays options to enable or disable the serial ports and specify related features

and options.

System Profile

Settings

Displays options to change the processor power management settings, memory

frequency, and so on.

System Security Displays options to configure the system security settings like, system password,

setup password, TPM security, and so on. It also enables or disables support for the

power and NMI buttons on the system.

Miscellaneous

Settings

Displays options to change the system date, time, and so on.

System Information screen details

You can use the System Information screen allows to view system properties such as Service Tag, system

model, and BIOS version.

You can view the System Information screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

System Information.

The System Information screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

System Model

Name

Displays the system model name.

System BIOS

Version

Displays the BIOS version installed on the system.

System

Management

Engine Version

Displays the current revision of the Management Engine firmware.

System Service

Tag

Displays the system Service Tag.

System

Manufacturer

Displays the name of the system manufacturer.

System

Manufacturer

Displays the contact information of the system manufacturer.

Menu Item Description

Contact

Information

System CPLD

Version

Displays the current revision of the system CPLD firmware.

UEFI Compliance

Version

Displays the system firmware UEFI compliance level.

Memory Settings screen details

You can use the Memory Settings screen to view all the memory settings as well as to enable or disable

specific memory functions such as system memory testing and node interleaving.

You can view the Memory Setting screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Memory Settings.

The Memory Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

System Memory

Size

Displays the amount of memory installed in the system.

System Memory

Type

Displays the type of memory installed in the system.

System Memory

Speed

Displays the system memory speed.

System Memory

Voltage

Displays the system memory voltage.

Video Memory Displays the amount of video memory.

System Memory

Testing

Specifies whether system memory tests are run during system boot. Options are

Enabled and Disabled. By default, the System Memory Testing option is set to

Disabled.

Memory

Operating Mode

Specifies the memory operating mode. The options available are Optimizer Mode,

Advanced ECC Mode, Mirror Mode, Spare Mode, Spare with Advanced ECC Mode,

and Dell Fault Resilient Mode. By default, the Memory Operating Mode option is

set to Optimizer Mode.

NOTE: The Memory Operating Mode can have different defaults and available

options based on the memory configuration of your system.

NOTE: The Dell Fault Resilient Mode establishes an area of memory that is

fault resilient. This mode can be used by an operating system that supports the

feature to load critical applications or enables the operating system kernel to

maximize system availability.

Node Interleaving Specifies if Non-Uniform Memory architecture (NUMA) is supported. If this field is

Enabled, memory interleaving is supported if a symmetric memory configuration is

Menu Item Description

installed. If Disabled, the system supports NUMA (asymmetric) memory

configurations. By default, Node Interleaving option is set to Disabled.

Snoop Mode Specifies the Snoop Mode options. Snoop Mode options available are Home

Snoop, Early Snoop, Cluster on Die. By default, the Snoop Mode option is set to

Early Snoop. The field is only available when Node Interleaving is Disabled.

Processor Settings screen details

You can use the Processor Settings screen to view the processor settings and perform specific functions

such as enabling virtualization technology, hardware prefetcher, and logical processor idling.

You can view the Processor Settings screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Processor Settings.

The Processor Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

Logical Processor Enables or disables the logical processors and displays the number of logical

processors. If the Logical Processor option is set to Enabled, the BIOS displays all

the logical processors. If this option is set to Disabled, the BIOS only displays one

logical processor per core. By default, the Logical Processor option is set to

Enabled.

Alternate RTID

(Requestor

Transaction ID)

Setting

Enables you to allocate more RTIDs to the remote socket, thereby increasing

cache performance between the sockets or easing work in normal mode for

NUMA. By default, the Alternate RTID (Requestor Transaction ID) Setting is set to

Disabled.

Virtualization

Technology

Enables or disables the additional hardware capabilities provided for virtualization.

By default, the Virtualization Technology option is set to Enabled.

Address

Translation

Service (ATS)

Defines the Address Translation Cache (ATC) for devices to cache the DMA

transactions. This field provides an interface to a chipset's Address Translation and

Protection Table to translate DMA addresses to host addresses. By default, the

option is set to Enabled.

Adjacent Cache

Line Prefetch

Optimizes the system for applications that require high utilization of sequential

memory access. By default, the Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch option is set to

Enabled. You can disable this option for applications that require high utilization of

random memory access.

Hardware

Prefetcher

Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher. By default, the Hardware Prefetcher

option is set to Enabled.

DCU Streamer

Prefetcher

Allows you to enable or disable the Data Cache Unit (DCU) streamer prefetcher. By

default, the DCU Streamer Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

DCU IP Prefetcher Enables or disables the Data Cache Unit (DCU) IP prefetcher. By default, the DCU

IP Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

Execute Disable Enables or disables the execute disable memory protection technology. By default,

the Execute Disable option is set to Enabled.

Menu Item Description

Logical Processor

Idling

Enables or disables the operating system capability to put logical processors in the

idling state in order to reduce power consumption. By default, the option is set to

Disabled.

Configurable TDP Allows reconfiguration of Thermal Design Power (TDP) to lower levels.

TDP refers to the maximum amount of power the cooling system is required to

dissipate.

X2Apic Mode Enables or disables the X2Apic mode.

Dell Controlled

Turbo NOTE: Depending on the number of installed CPUs, there may be up to four

processor listings.

Controls the turbo engagement. Enable this option only when System Profile is set

to Performance.

Number of Cores

per Processor

Controls the number of enabled cores in each processor. By default, the Number

of Cores per Processor option is set to All.

Processor 64-bit

Support

Specifies if the processor(s) support 64-bit extensions.

Processor Core

Speed

Displays the maximum core frequency of the processor.

Processor 1 NOTE: Depending on the number of installed CPUs, there may be up to four

processor listings. The following settings are displayed for each processor

installed in the system.

Family-Model-

Stepping

Displays the family, model and stepping of the processor as defined by Intel.

Brand Displays the brand name reported by the processor.

Level 2 Cache Displays the total L2 cache.

Level 3 Cache Displays the total L3 cache.

Number of Cores Displays the number of cores per processor.

SATA Settings screen details

You can use the SATA Settings screen to view the SATA settings of SATA devices and enable RAID on

your system.

You can view the SATA Settings screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → SATA

Settings.

The SATA Settings screen details are explained below.

Example

Menu Item Description

Embedded SATA Enables the embedded SATA to be set to Off, ATA, AHCI, or RAID modes. By

default, the Embedded SATA option is set to AHCI.

Security Freeze

Lock

Sends Security Freeze Lock command to the Embedded SATA drives during POST.

This option is only applicable to ATA and AHCI mode.

Write Cache Enables or disables the command for Embedded SATA drives during POST.

Port A Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port B Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port C Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port D Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Menu Item Description

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port E Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port F Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port G Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port H Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Menu Item Description

Port I Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Port J Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA

mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS

support.

For AHCI mode or RAID mode, BIOS always enables support.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable

media devices such as optical drives.

Boot Settings screen details

You can use the Boot Settings screen to set the Boot mode to either BIOS or UEFI. It also allows you to

specify the boot order.

You can view the Boot Settings screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Boot

Settings.

The Boot Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

Boot Mode Enables you to set the boot mode of the system.

CAUTION: Switching the boot mode may prevent the system from booting if

the operating system is not installed in the same boot mode.

NOTE: Setting this field to UEFI disables BIOS Boot Settings menu. Setting this

field to BIOS disables the UEFI Boot Settings menu.

If the operating system supports UEFI, you can set this option to UEFI. Setting this

field to BIOS allows compatibility with non-UEFI operating systems. By default, the

Boot Mode option is set to BIOS.

Boot Sequence

Retry

Enables or disables the boot sequence retry feature. If this field is enabled and the

system fails to boot, the system reattempts the boot sequence after 30 seconds. By

default, the Boot Sequence Retry option is set to Enabled.

Hard Disk Failover Specifies which devices in the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence are attempted in the

boot sequence. When the option is Disabled, only the first hard disk device in the

Menu Item Description

list is attempted to boot. When set to Enabled, all hard disk devices are attempted

in order, as listed in the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence. This option is not enabled for

UEFI Boot Mode.

Boot Options

Settings

Configures the boot sequence and the boot devices.

Network Settings screen details

You can use the Network Settings screen to modify PXE device settings. Network Settings are only

available in UEFI boot mode. BIOS does not control network settings in the BIOS boot mode. For BIOS

boot mode, the network settings are handled by the network controllers option ROM.

You can view the Network Settings screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Network Settings.

The Network Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

PXE Device n (n =

1 to 4)

Enables or disables the device. When enabled, a UEFI boot option is created for the

device.

PXE Device n

Settings (n = 1 to

Allows you to control the configuration of the PXE device.

Integrated Devices screen details

You can use the Integrated Devices screen to view and configure the settings of all integrated devices

including the video controller, integrated RAID controller, and the USB ports.

You can view the Integrated Devices screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Integrated Devices.

The Integrated Devices screen details are explained below.

Example

Menu Item Description

USB 3.0 Setting Enables or disables the USB 3.0 support. Enable this option only if your operating

system supports USB 3.0. If you disable this option, devices operate at USB 2.0

speed. USB 3.0 is disabled by default.

User Accessible

USB Ports

Enables or disables the USB ports. Selecting Only Back Ports On disables the front

USB ports, selecting All Ports Off disables all USB ports. The USB keyboard and

mouse operates during boot process in certain operating systems. After the boot

process is complete, the USB keyboard and mouse do not work if the ports are

disabled.

NOTE: Selecting Only Back Ports On and All Ports Off will disable the USB

management port and also restrict access to iDRAC features.

Internal USB Port Enables or disables the internal USB port. By default, the option is set to Enabled.

Menu Item Description

Integrated RAID

Controller

Enables or disables the integrated RAID controller. By default, the option is set to

Enabled.

Integrated

Network Card 1

Enables or disables the integrated network card.

Embedded NIC1

and NIC2 NOTE: The Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 option is only available on systems that

do not have Integrated Network Card 1.

Enables or disables the Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 . If set to Disabled, the NIC may

still be available for shared network access by the embedded management

controller. The embedded NIC1 and NIC2 option is only available on systems that

do not have NDCs. This option is mutually exclusive with the Integrated Network

Card 1 option. Configure this function using the NIC management utilities of the

system.

I/OAT DMA Engine Enables or disables the I/OAT option. Enable only if the hardware and software

support the feature.

Embedded Video

Controller

Enables or disables the Embedded Video Controller. By default, the embedded

video controller is Enabled. Current state of Embedded Video Controller is

Enabled. Current State of Embedded Video Controller is a read only field,

indicating the current state for the Embedded Video Controller. If the Embedded

Video Controller is the only display capability in the system (that is, no add-in

graphics card is installed), then the Embedded Video Controller is automatically

used as the primary display even if the Embedded Video Controller setting is

Disabled.

Current State of

Embedded Video

Controller

Displays the current state of the Embedded Video Controller. Current State of

Embedded Video Controller is a read only field, indicating the current state for the

Embedded Video Controller

SR-IOV Global

Enable

Enables or disables the BIOS configuration of Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-

IOV) devices. By default, the SR-IOV Global Enable option is set to Disabled.

OS Watchdog

Timer

If your system stops responding, this watchdog timer aids in the recovery of your

operating system. When this field is set to Enabled, the operating system is allowed

to initialize the timer. When the option is set to Disabled (the default), the timer will

have no effect on the system.

Memory Mapped

I/O above 4GB

Enables or disables the support for PCIe devices that require large amounts of

memory. By default, the option is set to Enabled.

Slot Disablement Enables or disables the available PCIe slots on your system. The Slot Disablement

feature controls the configuration of PCIe cards installed in the specified slot. Slot

disablement must be used only when the installed peripheral card is preventing

booting into the operating system or causing delays in system startup. If the slot is

disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI driver are disabled.

Serial Communication screen details

You can use the Serial Communication screen to view the properties of the serial communication port.

You can view the Serial Communication screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Serial Communication.

The Serial Communication screen details are explained below.

Example

Menu Item Description

Serial

Communication

Selects serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2) in the

BIOS. BIOS console redirection can also be enabled and the port address can be

specified. By default, Serial Communication option is set to Auto.

Serial Port

Address

Enables you to set the port address for serial devices. By default, the Serial Port

Address option is set to Serial Device 1=COM2, Serial Device 2=COM1.

NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for Serial Over LAN (SOL). To use

console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console

redirection and the serial device.

External Serial

Connector

Enables you to associate the external serial connector to serial device 1, serial

device 2, or remote access device. By default, the External Serial Connector option

is set to Serial Device1.

NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for SOL. To use console redirection

by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial

device.

Failsafe Baud Rate Displays the failsafe baud rate for console redirection. The BIOS attempts to

determine the baud rate automatically. This failsafe baud rate is used only if the

attempt fails and the value must not be changed. By default, the Failsafe Baud Rate

option is set to 115200.

Remote Terminal

Type

Sets the remote console terminal type. By default, the Remote Terminal Type

option is set to VT 100/VT 220.

Redirection After

Boot

Enables or disables the BIOS console redirection when the operating system is

loaded. By default, the Redirection After Boot option is set to Enabled.

System Profile Settings screen details

You can use the System Profile Settings screen to enable specific system performance settings such as

power management.

You can view the System Profile Settings screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

System Profile Settings.

The System Profile Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

System Profile Sets the system profile. If you set the System Profile option to a mode other than

Custom, the BIOS automatically sets the rest of the options. You can only change

the rest of the options if the mode is set to Custom. By default, the System Profile

option is set to Performance Per Watt Optimized (DAPC). DAPC is Dell Active

Power Controller.

NOTE: The following parameters are available only when the System Profile is

set to Custom.

CPU Power

Management

Sets the CPU power management. By default, the CPU Power Management option

is set to System DBPM (DAPC). DBPM is Demand-Based Power Management.

Memory

Frequency

Sets the speed of the system memory. You can select Maximum Performance,

Maximum Reliability, or a specific speed.

Turbo Boost Enables or disables the processor to operate in turbo boost mode. By default, the

Turbo Boost option is set to Enabled.

Energy Efficient

Turbo

Enables or disables the Energy Efficient Turbo.

Energy Efficient Turbo (EET) is a mode of operation where a processor’s core

frequency is adjusted within the turbo range based on workload.

C1E Enables or disables the processor to switch to a minimum performance state when

it is idle. By default, the C1E option is set to Enabled.

C States Enables or disables the processor to operate in all available power states. By

default, the C States option is set to Enabled.

Collaborative CPU

Performance

Control

Enables or disables the CPU power management. When set to Enabled, the CPU

power management is controlled by the OS DBPM and the System DBPM (DAPC).

By default, the option is set to Disabled.

Memory Patrol

Scrub

Sets the memory patrol scrub frequency. By default, the Memory Patrol Scrub

option is set to Standard.

Memory Refresh

Rate

Sets the memory refresh rate to either 1x or 2x. By default, the Memory Refresh

Rate option is set to 1x.

Uncore Frequency Selects the Processor Uncore Frequency.

Dynamic mode allows the processor to optimize power resources across the cores

and uncore during runtime. The optimization of the uncore frequency to either

save power or optimize performance is influenced by the setting of the Energy

Efficiency Policy.

Energy Efficient

Policy

Selects the Energy Efficient Policy.

The CPU uses the setting to manipulate the internal behavior of the processor and

determines whether to target higher performance or better power savings.

Menu Item Description

Number of Turbo

Boot Enabled

Cores for

Processor 1

NOTE: If there are two processors installed in the system, you see an entry for

Number of Turbo Boost Enabled Cores for Processor 2.

Controls the number of turbo boost enabled cores for processor 1. By default, the

maximum number of cores is enabled.

Monitor/Mwait Enables the Monitor/Mwait instructions in the processor. By default, the Monitor/

Mwait option is set to Enabled for all system profiles, except Custom.

NOTE: This option can be disabled only if the C States option in Custom

mode is disabled.

NOTE: When C States is enabled in Custom mode, changing the Monitor/

Mwait setting does not impact system power/performance.

System Security settings screen details

You can use the System Security screen to perform specific functions such as setting the system

password, setup password, and disabling the power button.

You can view the System Security screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

System Security Settings.

The System Security Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

Intel AES-NI Improves the speed of applications by performing encryption and decryption using

the Advanced Encryption Standard Instruction Set and is set to Enabled by default.

System Password Sets the system password. This option is set to Enabled by default and is read-only

if the password jumper is not installed in the system.

Setup Password Sets the setup password. This option is read-only if the password jumper is not

installed in the system.

Password Status Locks the system password. By default, the Password Status option is set to

Unlocked.

TPM Security NOTE: The TPM menu is available only when the TPM module is installed.

Allows you to control the reporting mode of the Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

By default, the TPM Security option is set to Off. You can only modify the TPM

Status, TPM Activation , and Intel TXT fields if the TPM Status field is set to either

On with Pre-boot Measurements or On without Pre-boot Measurements.

TPM Information Changes the operational state of the TPM. By default, the TPM Activation option is

set to No Change.

TPM Status Displays the TPM status.

TPM Command CAUTION: Clearing the TPM results in the loss of all keys in the TPM. The

loss of TPM keys may affect booting to the operating system.

Menu Item Description

Clears all the contents of the TPM. By default, the TPM Clear option is set to No.

Intel TXT Enables or disables the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT). To enable Intel

TXT, Virtualization Technology must be enabled and TPM Security must be

Enabled with Pre-boot measurements. By default, the Intel TXT option is set to

Off.

Power Button Enables or disables the power button on the front of the system. By default, the

Power Button option is set to Enabled.

NMI Button Enables or disables the NMI button on the front of the system. By default, the NMI

Button option is set to Disabled.

AC Power

Recovery

Sets how the system reacts after AC power is restored to the system. By default,

the AC Power Recovery option is set to Last.

AC Power

Recovery Delay

Sets how the system supports staggering of power up after AC power is restored to

the system. By default, the AC Power Recovery Delay option is set to Immediate.

User Defined Delay

(60s to 240s)

Sets the User Defined Delay when the User Defined option for AC Power Recovery

Delay is selected.

UEFI Variable

Access

Provides varying degrees of securing UEFI variables. When set to Standard (the

default) UEFI variables are accessible in the Operating System per the UEFI

specification. When set to Controlled, selected UEFI variables are protected in the

environment and new UEFI boot entries are forced to be at the end of the current

boot order.

Secure Boot Enables Secure Boot, where the BIOS authenticates each pre-boot image using the

certificates in the Secure Boot Policy. Secure Boot is disabled by default.

Secure Boot Policy When Secure Boot policy is Standard, the BIOS uses the system manufacturer’s key

and certificates to authenticate pre-boot images. When Secure Boot policy is

Custom, the BIOS uses the user-defined key and certificates. Secure Boot policy is

Standard by default.

Secure Boot Policy

Summary

Views the list of certificates and hashes that secure boot uses to authenticated

images.

Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings

Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings is displayed only when Secure Boot Policy is set to Custom.

In the System Setup Main Menu, click System BIOS → System Security → Secure Boot Custom Policy

Settings.

The Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

Platform Key Imports, exports, deletes, or restores the platform key (PK).

Key Exchange Key

Database

Allows you to import, export, delete, or restore entries in the Key Exchange Key

(KEK) Database

Menu Item Description

Authorized

Signature

Database

Imports, exports, deletes, or restores entries in the Authorized Signature Database

(db).

Forbidden

Signature

Database

Imports, exports, deletes, or restores entries in the Forbidden Signature Database

(dbx).

Miscellaneous Settings screen details

You can use the Miscellaneous Settings screen to perform specific functions such as updating the asset

tag, and changing the system date and time.

You can view the Miscellaneous Settings screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Miscellaneous Settings.

The Miscellaneous Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Example

Menu Item Description

System Time Enables you to set the time on the system.

System Date Enables you to set the date on the system.

Asset Tag Displays the asset tag and enables you to modify it for security and tracking

purposes.

Keyboard

NumLock

Enables you to set whether the system boots with the NumLock enabled or

disabled. By default the Keyboard NumLock is set to On.

NOTE: This option does not apply to 84-key keyboards.

F1/F2 Prompt on

Error

Enables or disables the F1/F2 prompt on error. By default, F1/F2 Prompt on Error is

set to Enabled. The F1/F2 prompt also includes keyboard errors.

Load Legacy

Video Option

ROM

Enables you to determine whether the system BIOS loads the legacy video (INT

10H) option ROM from the video controller. Selecting Enabled in the operating

system does not support UEFI video output standards. This field is only for UEFI

boot mode. You cannot set this to Enabled if UEFI Secure Boot mode is enabled.

In-System

Characterization

This option enables or disables In-System Characterization. By default, In-System

Characterization is set to Disabled. The two other options are Enabled and

Enabled - No Reboot.

NOTE: The default setting for In-System Characterization is subject to change

in future BIOS releases.

When enabled, In-System Characterization (ISC) executes during POST upon

detecting relevant change(s) in system configuration to optimize system power and

performance. ISC takes about 20 seconds to execute, and system reset is required

for ISC results to be applied. The Enabled - No Reboot option executes ISC and

continues without applying ISC results until the next time system reset occurs. The

Enabled option executes ISC and forces an immediate system reset so that ISC

Menu Item Description

results can be applied. It takes the system longer to be ready due to the forced

system reset. When disabled, ISC does not execute.

About Boot Manager

Boot Manager enables you to add, delete, and arrange boot options. You can also access System Setup

and boot options without restarting the system.

Entering Boot Manager

The Boot Manager screen allows you to select boot options and diagnostic utilities.

1. Turn on or restart your system.

2. Press <F11> when you see the message <F11> = Boot Manager.

If your operating system begins to load before you press <F11>, allow the system to finish booting,

and then restart your system and try again.

Boot Manager main menu

Menu Item Description

Continue Normal

Boot

The system attempts to boot to devices starting with the first item in the boot

order. If the boot attempt fails, the system continues with the next item in the boot

order until the boot is successful or no more boot options are found.

One Shot Boot

Takes you to the boot menu where you can select a one time boot device to boot

from.

Launch System

Setup

Enables you to access the System Setup.

Launch Lifecycle

Controller

Exits the Boot Manager and invokes the Lifecycle Controller program.

System Utilities Launches system utilities menu such as system diagnostics and UEFI shell.

Changing the boot order

You may have to change the boot order if you want to boot from a USB key or an optical drive.

About this task

NOTE: The instructions given below may vary if you have selected BIOS for Boot Mode.

Steps

1. In the System Setup Main Menu, click System BIOS → Boot Settings.

2. Click Boot Option Settings → Boot Sequence.

3. Use the arrow keys to select a boot device, and use the + and - keys to move the device down or up

in the ordering.

4. Click Exit, click Yes to save the settings on exit.

Choosing the system boot mode

System Setup enables you to specify the boot mode for installing your operating system:

• BIOS boot mode (the default) is the standard BIOS-level boot interface.

• UEFI boot mode is an enhanced 64-bit boot interface based on Unified Extensible Firmware Interface

(UEFI) specifications that overlays the system BIOS.

You must select the boot mode in the Boot Mode field of the Boot Settings screen of System Setup.

Once you specify the boot mode, the system boots in the specified boot mode and you then proceed to

install your operating system from that mode. Thereafter, you must boot the system in the same boot

mode (BIOS or UEFI) to access the installed operating system. Trying to boot the operating system from

the other boot mode will cause the system to halt at startup.

NOTE: Operating systems must be UEFI-compatible to be installed from the UEFI boot mode. DOS

and 32-bit operating systems do not support UEFI and can only be installed from the BIOS boot

mode.

NOTE: For the latest information on supported operating systems, go to dell.com/ossupport.

Assigning a system and setup password

Prerequisites

NOTE: The password jumper enables or disables the System Password and Setup Password

features. For more information about the password jumper settings, see System Board Connectors.

You can assign a new System Password and Setup Password or change an existing System Password

and Setup Password only when the password jumper setting is enabled and Password Status is

Unlocked.

If the password jumper setting is disabled, the existing System Password and Setup Password are deleted

and you need not provide the system password to boot the system.

About this task

To assign a System Password and Setup Password, follow the steps below:

Steps

1. To enter System Setup, press <F2> immediately after a power-on or reboot.

2. From the System Setup Main Menu, select System BIOS and press <Enter>.

The System BIOS screen is displayed.

3. On the System BIOS screen, select System Security and press <Enter>.

The System Security screen is displayed.

4. On the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.

5. Select System Password, enter your system password, and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

Use the following guidelines to assign the system password:

• A password can have up to 32 characters.

• The password can contain the numbers 0 through 9.

• Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`).

A message prompts you to re-enter the system password.

6. Re-enter the system password, and click OK.

7. Select Setup Password, enter your system password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

A message prompts you to re-enter the setup password.

8. Re-enter the setup password, and click OK.

9. Press <Esc> to return to the System BIOS screen. Press <Esc> again.

A message prompts you to save the changes.

NOTE: Password protection does not take effect until the system reboots.

Deleting or changing an existing system password and

setup password

Prerequisites

Ensure that the Password jumper is set to enabled and the Password Status is Unlocked before

attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change

an existing System or Setup password if the Password Status is Locked.

Steps

1. To enter System Setup, press <F2> immediately after a power on or restart.

2. From the System Setup Main Menu, select System BIOS and press <Enter>.

The System BIOS screen is displayed.

3. On the System BIOS Screen, select System Security and press <Enter>.

The System Security screen is displayed.

4. On the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.

5. Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

6. Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

If you change the System and Setup password a message prompts you to re-enter the new

password. If you delete the System and Setup password, a message prompts you to confirm the

deletion.

7. Press <Esc> to return to the System BIOS screen. Press <Esc> again, and a message prompts you to

save the changes.

Installing and removing system

components

Safety instructions

WARNING: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not

attempt to lift the system by yourself.

WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a

risk of electric shock.

CAUTION: Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: It is recommended that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on

components inside the system.

NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system must be populated at all

times with either a module or with a blank.

Before working inside your system

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.

2. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.

3. If installed, remove the front bezel.

For more information, see Removing the front bezel.

4. Remove the system cover.

For more information, see Removing the system cover.

After working inside your system

1. Install the system cover.

For more information, see Installing the system cover.

2. Install the optional bezel.

3. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and peripherals.

4. Turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Recommended tools

You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:

• Key to the bezel lock. This is only required when you have a bezel.

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• #1 Phillips screwdriver

• T6, T8, T10, and T15 Torx screwdrivers

The following tools are required for assembling cables for a DC power supply unit (PSU):

• AMP 90871-1 hand-crimping tool or equivalent

• Tyco Electronics 58433-3 or equivalent

• Wire-stripper pliers capable of removing insulation from size 10 AWG solid or stranded, insulated

copper wire

NOTE: Use alpha wire part number 3080 or equivalent (65/30 stranding).

Front bezel (optional)

Removing the front bezel

1. Unlock the bezel lock at the left end of the bezel.

2. Lift the release latch next to the bezel lock.

3. Pull the left end of the bezel, unhook the right end and remove the bezel.

Figure 13. Removing and installing the front bezel

Installing the front bezel

1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis.

2. Fit the free end of the bezel onto the system.

3. Secure the bezel with the keylock.

Removing the system cover

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.

3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

4. Remove the optional bezel. For more information, see Removing the front bezel.

Steps

1. Turn the latch release lock to the unlock position.

2. Lift the cover release latch and remove the system cover.

Figure 14. Removing and installing the system

1. latch release lock 2. system cover

3. latch

Installing the system cover

Prerequisites

Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

Steps

1. Align the slots of the system cover with the tabs on the chassis.

2. Press the cover release latch, and push the cover toward the front of the chassis until the latch locks

into place.

3. Turn the latch release lock clockwise to the locked position.

4. Install the optional bezel.

5. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached

peripherals.

Inside the system

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: Components that are hot-swappable are marked orange and touch points on the

components are marked blue.

Figure 15. Inside the system—8 hard-drive system

1. control panel assembly 2. cooling fans (7)

3. processor 1 4. DIMMs (6)

5. PSU connector 6. power supply (2)

7. riser card 3 8. network daughter card

9. riser card 2 10. riser card 1

11. DIMMs (6) 12. processor 2

13. DIMMs (12) 14. hard-drive backplane

15. hard drive

Figure 16. Inside the system—24 hard-drive system and 10 hard-drive system

1. control panel assembly 2. cooling fans (7)

3. processor 1 4. DIMMs (6)

5. PSU connector 6. power supply (2)

7. riser card 3 8. network daughter card

9. riser card 1 10. riser card 2

11. DIMMs (6) 12. processor 2

13. DIMMs (12) 14. expander board

15. hard drive

Cooling shroud

Removing the cooling shroud

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

CAUTION: Never operate your system with the cooling shroud removed. The system may get

overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown of the system and loss of data.

Steps

Hold the touch points and lift the shroud away from the system.

Figure 17. Removing and installing the cooling shroud

1. cooling shroud

Next steps

1. Replace the cooling shroud.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the cooling shroud

Prerequisites

• Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: For proper seating of the cooling shroud in the chassis, ensure that the cables inside the

system are routed along the chassis wall and secured using the cable securing bracket.

Steps

1. Align the tabs on the cooling shroud with the securing slots on the chassis.

2. Lower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is firmly seated.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

System memory

Your system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs), and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs).

NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second.

Memory bus operating frequency can be 1333 MT/s, 1600 MT/s, 1866 MT/s, or 2133 MT/s depending on

the following factors:

• DIMM type (RDIMM or LRDIMM)

• Number of DIMMs populated per channel

• System profile selected (for example, Performance Optimized, Custom, or Dense Configuration

Optimized)

• Maximum supported DIMM frequency of the processors

The system contains 24 memory sockets split into two sets of 12 sockets, one set per processor. Each 12-

socket set is organized into four channels. In each channel, the release levers of the first socket are

marked white, the second socket black, and the third socket green.

NOTE: DIMMs in sockets A1 to A12 are assigned to processor 1 and DIMMs in sockets B1 to B12 are

assigned to processor 2.

Figure 18. Memory socket locations

Memory channels are organized as follows:

Processor 1 channel 0: slots A1, A5, and A9

channel 1: slots A2, A6, and A10

channel 2: slots A3, A7, and A11

channel 3: slots A4, A8, and A12

Processor 2 channel 0: slots B1, B5, and B9

channel 1: slots B2, B6, and B10

channel 2: slots B3, B7, and B11

channel 3: slots B4, B8, and B12

The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported

configurations.

DIMM Type DIMMs Populated/

Channel Operating Frequency (in

MT/s) Maximum DIMM Rank/Channel

1.2 V

RDIMM 1 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank

2 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank

3 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank

LRDIMM 1 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank

2 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank

3 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank

General memory module installation guidelines

This system supports Flexible Memory Configuration, enabling the system to be configured and run in

any valid chipset architectural configuration. The following are the recommended guidelines for installing

memory modules:

• RDIMMs and LRDIMMs must not be mixed.

• x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs can be mixed. For more information, see Mode-specific guidelines.

• Up to three dual- or single-rank RDIMMs can be populated per channel.

• Up to three LRDIMMs can be populated per channel regardless of rank count.

• Populate DIMM sockets only if a processor is installed. For single-processor systems, sockets A1 to

A12 are available. For dual-processor systems, sockets A1 to A12 and sockets B1 to B12 are available.

• Populate all sockets with white release tabs first, then black, and then green.

• Populate the sockets by highest rank count in the following order — first in sockets with white release

levers, then black, and then green. For example, if you want to mix single-rank and dual-rank DIMMs,

populate dual-rank DIMMs in the sockets with white release tabs and single-rank DIMMs in the

sockets with black release tabs.

• When mixing memory modules with different capacities, populate the sockets with memory modules

with highest capacity first. For example, if you want to mix 4 GB and 8 GB DIMMs, populate 8 GB

DIMMs in the sockets with white release tabs and 4 GB DIMMs in the sockets with black release tabs.

• In a dual-processor configuration, the memory configuration for each processor should be identical.

For example, if you populate socket A1 for processor 1, then populate socket B1 for processor 2, and

so on.

• Memory modules of different capacities can be mixed provided other memory population rules are

followed (for example, 4 GB and 8 GB memory modules can be mixed).

• Mixing of more than two DIMM capacities in a system is not supported.

• Populate four DIMMs per processor (one DIMM per channel) at a time to maximize performance.

Mode-specific guidelines

Four memory channels are allocated to each processor. The allowable configurations depend on the

memory mode selected.

NOTE: You can mix x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs to support RAS features. However, all guidelines

for specific RAS features must be followed. x4 DRAM based DIMMs retain Single Device Data

Correction (SDDC) in memory optimized (independent channel) mode. x8 DRAM based DIMMs

require Advanced ECC mode to gain SDDC.

The following sections provide additional slot population guidelines for each mode:

Advanced ECC (lockstep)

Advanced ECC mode extends SDDC from x4 DRAM based DIMMs to both x4 and x8 DRAMs. This

protects against single DRAM chip failures during normal operation.

Memory installation guidelines:

• Memory modules must be identical in size, speed, and technology.

• DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release tabs must be identical and similar rule applies

for sockets with black and green release tabs. This ensures that identical DIMMs are installed in

matched pairs - for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on.

NOTE: Advanced ECC with Mirroring is not supported.

Memory optimized (independent channel) mode

This mode supports SDDC only for memory modules that use x4 device width, and the mode does not

impose any specific slot population requirements.

Memory sparing

NOTE: To use memory sparing, this feature must be enabled in the System Setup.

In this mode, one rank per channel is reserved as a spare. If persistent correctable errors are detected on

a rank, the data from this rank is copied to the spare rank and the failed rank is disabled.

With memory sparing enabled, the system memory available to the operating system is reduced by one

rank per channel. For example, in a dual-processor configuration with sixteen 4 GB dual-rank DIMMs, the

available system memory is: 3/4 (ranks/channel) × 16 (DIMMs) × 4 GB = 48 GB, and not 16 (DIMMs) × 4

GB = 64 GB.

NOTE: Memory sparing does not offer protection against a multi-bit uncorrectable error.

NOTE: Both Advanced ECC/Lockstep and Optimizer modes support Memory Sparing.

Memory mirroring

Memory Mirroring offers the strongest DIMM reliability mode compared to all other modes, providing

improved uncorrectable multi-bit failure protection. In a mirrored configuration, the total available

system memory is one half of the total installed physical memory. Half of the installed memory is used to

mirror the active DIMMs. In the event of an uncorrectable error, the system switches over to the mirrored

copy. This ensures SDDC and multi-bit protection.

Memory installation guidelines:

• Memory modules must be identical in size, speed, and technology.

• DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release levers must be identical and similar rule applies

for sockets with black and green release tabs. This ensures that identical DIMMs are installed in

matched pairs - for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on.

Sample memory configurations

The following tables show sample memory configurations for one and two processor configurations that

follow the appropriate memory guidelines.

NOTE: 1R, 2R, and 4R in the following tables indicate single-, dual-, and quad-rank DIMMs

respectively.

Table 1. Memory configurations—single processor

System

capacity (in

GB)

DIMM size

(in GB) Number of

DIMMs DIMM rank,

organization, and

frequency

DIMM slot population

4 4 1 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

8 4 2 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2

16 4 4 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4

8 2 2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2

24 4 6 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6

48 4 12 1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9,

A10, A11, A12

8 6 2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6

96 8 12 2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9,

A10, A11, A12

16 6 2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6

128 16 8 2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s,

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8

144 16 and 8 10 2R, x4 and 2R, x8, 1866

MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9,

A11

System

capacity (in

GB)

DIMM size

(in GB) Number of

DIMMs DIMM rank,

organization, and

frequency

DIMM slot population

2R, x4 and 2R, x8, 1600

MT/s NOTE: 16 GB DIMMs must

be installed in slots

numbered A1, A2, A3, A4, A5,

A6, A7, and A8 and 8 GB

DIMMs must be installed in

slots A9 and A11.

384 32 12 LRDIMM, x4, 1866 MT/s

LRDIMM, x4, 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9,

A10, A11, A12

Table 2. Memory configurations—two processors

System

capacity (in

GB)

DIMM size (in

GB) Number of

DIMMs DIMM rank,

organization, and

frequency

DIMM slot population

16 4 4 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, B1, B2

32 4 8 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4

64 4 16 1R, x8, 2133 MT/s

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

8 8 2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4

96 4 24 1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4,

B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

8 12 2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2,

B3, B4, B5, B6

128 8 16 2R, x8, 2133 MT/s

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

16 8 2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4

System

capacity (in

GB)

DIMM size (in

GB) Number of

DIMMs DIMM rank,

organization, and

frequency

DIMM slot population

160 8 20 2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

A9, A11, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6,

B7, B8, B9, B11

16 and 8 12 2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2,

B3, B4, B5, B6

NOTE: 16 GB DIMMs must

be installed in slots

numbered A1, A2, A3, A4,

B1, B2, B3, and B4 and 8

GB DIMMs must be

installed in slots A5, A6, B5,

and B6.

192 8 24 2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4,

B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

16 12 2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2,

B3, B4, B5, B6

256 16 16 2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s,

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

384 16 24 2R, x4, 1866 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1600 MT/s,

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4,

B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

32 12 LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 2133

MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2,

B3, B4, B5, B6

512 32 16 LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 2133

MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

768 32 24 LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 1866

MT/s

LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 1600

MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8,

A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4,

B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

Removing memory modules

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been

powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the

memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on

the memory module.

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must be installed in any

memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-module blanks only if you intend to install

memory modules in those sockets.

Steps

1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.

CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, making sure not to touch

the middle of the memory module or gold contacts.

2. To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of

the memory-module socket.

Figure 19. Removing and installing a memory module

1. memory-module 2. memory-module socket

3. memory module socket ejector (2)

Installing memory modules

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

4. Removing the cooling-fan assembly.

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been

powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the

memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on

the memory module.

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must be installed in any

memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-module blanks only if you intend to install

memory modules in those sockets.

Steps

1. Locate the appropriate memory-module socket.

CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, making sure not to touch

the middle of the memory module or gold contacts.

2. If a memory module or a memory-module blank is installed in the socket, remove it.

NOTE: Retain the removed memory-module blank(s) for future use.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory-module socket during

installation, do not bend or flex the memory module; insert both ends of the memory module

simultaneously.

3. Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module

socket, and insert the memory module in the socket.

NOTE: The memory-module socket has an alignment key that allows you to install the memory

module in the socket in only one orientation.

CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both

ends of the memory module evenly.

4. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the socket levers firmly click into place.

Figure 20. Installing the memory module

1. memory module 2. alignment key

3. memory-module socket ejector (2)

When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the levers on the memory module socket

align with the levers on the other sockets that have memory modules installed.

5. Repeat steps 4 and 5 of this procedure to install the remaining memory modules.

Next steps

1. Install the cooling shroud.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

3. Press <F2> to enter System Setup, and check the System Memory setting.

The system should have already changed the value to reflect the installed memory.

4. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Repeat

step 4 through step 7 of this procedure, checking to ensure that the memory modules are firmly

seated in their sockets.

5. Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics.

Hard drives

All hard drives connect to the system board through the hard-drive backplane. Hard drives are supplied in

hot-swappable hard-drive carriers that fit in the hard-drive slots.

CAUTION: Before attempting to remove or install a hard drive while the system is running, see the

documentation for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured

correctly to support hot-swap hard drive removal and insertion.

CAUTION: Do not turn off or reboot your system while the hard drive is being formatted. Doing

so can cause a hard drive failure.

NOTE: Use only hard drives that have been tested and approved for use with the hard-drive

backplane.

When you format a hard drive, allow enough time for the formatting to be completed. Be aware that

high-capacity hard drives can take a number of hours to format.

Removing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have hard-drive

blanks installed.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the bezel.

Steps

Press the release button and slide the hard-drive blank out of the hard-drive slot.

Figure 21. Removing and installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank

1. hard-drive blank 2. release button

Installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

Steps

Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.

Next steps

If applicable, install the front bezel.

Removing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have hard-drive

blanks installed.

Steps

Press the release button and slide the hard-drive blank out of the hard-drive slot.

Figure 22. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

1. hard-drive blank 2. release button

Next steps

If applicable, install the front bezel.

Installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

Steps

Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.

Next steps

If applicable, install the front bezel.

Removing a hot-swap hard drive

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If applicable, remove the bezel.

3. Using the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. Wait until the indicators on the

hard-drive carrier signal that the hard drive can be removed safely. For more information, see the

documentation for the storage controller.

If the hard drive is online, the green activity/fault indicator flashes as the drive is turned off. When the

hard-drive indicators are off, the hard drive is ready for removal.

CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive

installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system.

Steps

1. Press the release button to open the hard-drive carrier release handle.

2. Slide the hard-drive carrier out of the hard-drive slot.

CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have hard-

drive blanks installed.

3. If you are not replacing the hard drive immediately, insert a hard-drive blank in the empty hard-drive

slot.

Figure 23. Removing and installing a hot-swap hard drive

1. release button 2. hard-drive carrier

3. hard-drive carrier handle

Figure 24. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch hot-swap hard drive

1. release button 2. hard-drive carrier

3. hard-drive carrier handle

Installing a hot-swap hard drive

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

CAUTION: Use only hard drives that have been tested and approved for use with the hard-drive

backplane.

CAUTION: Combining SAS and SATA hard drives in the same RAID volume is not supported.

CAUTION: When installing a hard drive, ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed.

Inserting a hard-drive carrier and attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier

can damage the partially installed carrier's shield spring and make it unusable.

CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive

installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system.

CAUTION: When a replacement hot-swappable hard drive is installed and the system is powered

on, the hard drive automatically begins to rebuild. Make absolutely sure that the replacement

hard drive is blank or contains data that you wish to have over-written. Any data on the

replacement hard drive is immediately lost after the hard drive is installed.

Steps

1. If a hard-drive blank is installed in the hard-drive slot, remove it.

2. Install a hard drive in the hard-drive carrier. For more information, see Installing a hard drive into a

hard-drive carrier.

3. Press the release button on the front of the hard-drive carrier and open the hard-drive carrier handle.

4. Insert the hard-drive carrier into the hard-drive slot until the carrier connects with the backplane.

5. Close the hard-drive carrier handle to lock the hard drive in place.

Next steps

Install the optional front bezel.

Removing a hard drive from a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

1. Keep the #1 Phillips screwdriver handy.

2. Remove the hard-drive carrier from the system.

Steps

1. Remove the screws from the slide rails on the hard-drive carrier.

2. Lift the hard drive out of the hard-drive carrier.

Figure 25. Removing and installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

1. screw (4) 2. hard drive

3. hard-drive carrier

Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Keep the #1 Phillips screwdriver handy.

Steps

1. Insert the hard drive into the hard-drive carrier with the connector end of the hard drive toward the

back.

2. Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the set of screw holes on the hard-drive carrier.

When aligned correctly, the back of the hard drive is flush with the back of the hard-drive carrier.

3. Attach the screws to secure the hard drive to the hard-drive carrier.

Removing a 1.8 inch hard drive from a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Remove the hard-drive carrier from the system.

Steps

1. Turn the hard-drive carrier.

2. Pull the rails of the hard-drive carrier and lift the hard drive out of the hard-drive carrier.

Figure 26. Removing and installing a 1.8 hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

1. hard drive carrier 2. hard-drive

Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

Insert the hard drive into the hard-drive carrier with the connector end of the hard drive toward the

back.

When aligned correctly, the back of the hard drive is flush with the back of the hard-drive carrier.

Optical drive (optional)

Removing the optical drive

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.

Steps

1. Disconnect the power/data cable from the back of the drive.

Note the routing of the power/data cable on the side of the system as you remove them from the

system board and drive. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent

them from being pinched or crimped.

2. To release the optical drive, press the release tab.

3. Slide the optical drive out of the system until it is free of the optical-drive slot.

4. If you are not adding a new optical drive, install the optical drive blank.

Figure 27. Removing and installing the optical drive

1. optical drive

2. power and data cable

3. release tab

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the optical drive

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

NOTE: This procedure applies only to PowerEdge R730 systems.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.

Steps

1. Align the optical drive with the optical drive slot on the front of the chassis.

2. Slide in the optical drive until the release tab snaps into place.

3. Connect the power/data cable to the optical drive and system board.

NOTE: You must route the cable properly on the side of the system to prevent it from being

pinched or crimped.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Removing the slim optical drive blank

Follow the same procedure to remove the slim optical drive.

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Locate the touch point for the slim optical drive blank lock inside the system.

2. Press the lock and pull the slim optical drive blank out of the chassis.

Figure 28. Removing and installing the slim optical drive blank

1. slim optical drive blank 2. optical drive blank lock

Installing the slim optical drive blank

Prerequisites

Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Align the slim optical drive blank with the slim optical drive bay.

2. Slide the optical drive blank into the optical drive bay until the lock clicks into place.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Cooling fans

Your system supports hot-swappable cooling fans.

NOTE: In the event of a problem with a particular fan, the fan number is referenced by the system

management software, allowing you to easily identify and replace the proper fan by noting the fan

numbers on the cooling-fan assembly.

Removing a cooling fan

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover when the system is ON may expose you to a

risk of electric shock. Exercise utmost care while removing or installing cooling fans.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

CAUTION: The cooling fans are hot-swappable. To maintain proper cooling while the system is

on, replace only one fan at a time.

CAUTION: Do not operate the system with the cover removed for a duration exceeding five

minutes.

NOTE: The procedure for removing each fan is identical.

Steps

Hold the fan and lift it out of the system.

Next steps

Figure 29. Removing and installing a cooling fan

1. cooling fans (7) 2. cooling fan connectors (7)

Installing a cooling fan

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: Your system supports seven hot-swappable cooling fans.

Steps

1. Align the plug at the base of the cooling fan with the connector on the system board.

2. Slide the cooling fan into the securing slots until the tabs lock into place.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Internal USB memory key (optional)

An optional USB memory key installed inside your system can be used as a boot device, security key, or

mass storage device. The USB connector must be enabled by using the Internal USB Port option in the

Integrated Devices screen of the System Setup menu.

To boot from the USB memory key, configure the USB memory key with a boot image and then specify

the USB memory key in the boot sequence in the System Setup.

NOTE: To locate the internal USB connector (J_USB_INT) on the system board, see System Board

Connectors.

Replacing the internal USB key

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Locate the USB connector or USB key on the system board.

NOTE: To locate the internal USB connector on the system board, see System board

connectors.

2. If installed, remove the USB key.

3. Insert the new USB key into the USB connector.

Figure 30. Replacing the internal USB key

1. USB memory key 2. USB memory key connector

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

2. While booting, press <F2> to enter the System Setup and verify that the USB key is detected by the

system.

Expansion cards and expansion-card risers

NOTE: A missing or an unsupported expansion-card riser logs an SEL event. It does not prevent

your system from powering on and no BIOS POST message or F1/F2 pause is displayed.

Expansion card installation guidelines

Your system supports PCI Express Generation 3 expansion cards.

Table 3. Systems supporting three PCIe expansion cards

Riser PCIe Slot Processor

Connection Height Length Link

Width Slot Width

1 1 Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16

1 2 Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x8 x16

3 3 Processor 1 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16

NOTE: Both the processors must be installed to use riser 1 slots.

Table 4. Systems supporting two PCIe expansion cards

Riser PCIe Slot Processor

Connection Height Length Link

Width Slot Width

2 1 Processor 1 Low Profile Half Length x8 x16

Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16

3 2 Processor 1 Full height Three-fourth

Length

x16 x16

NOTE: Only a three-fourth length card is supported for the PCIe expansion card slot (slot 2) on riser

NOTE: For a server with three PCIe cards, only MiniSAS HD third party cards are supported in slot 3.

For a server with two PCIe cards, only MiniSAS HD third party cards are supported in slot 1.

NOTE: You can install expansion cards only on one slot on riser 2.

NOTE: Both the processors must be installed to use the x16 link on the riser 2 slot.

The following table provides a guide for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and

mechanical fit. The expansion cards with the highest priority must be installed first using the slot priority

indicated. All other expansion cards must be installed in the specified card priority and slot priority order.

Table 5. Expansion-card installation priority

Card Priority Card Type Systems Supporting up to 2

PCIe Expansion Cards Systems Supporting up to 3 PCIe

Expansion Cards

Slot Priority Max Allowed Slot Priority Max Allowed

1 PCIe Bridge N/A N/A 1 1

2 RAID 1 1 3, 1 2

3 40 G NICs 2, 1 1 3,2 1

4 10 Gb NICs 2, 1 2 3, 2, 1 3

5 FC16 HBA 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 1

6 FC8 HBA 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 3

7 FC4 HBA 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 3

8 FC16 HBA 2,1 1 N/A N/A

9 1 Gb NICs 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 3

10 Non-RAID 2 1 N/A N/A

11 Integrated RAID Integrated Slot 1 Integrated Slot 1

12 NDC Integrated Slot 1 Integrated Slot 1

Removing an expansion card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Disconnect any cables connected to the expansion card or expansion card riser.

2. To remove the expansion card, lift the expansion-card latch.

3. Grasp the expansion card by its edges and remove it from the expansion-card connector on the

riser.

4. If you are removing the card permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty expansion slot

opening and close the expansion-card latch.

NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion slot to maintain Federal

Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust

and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.

Figure 31. Removing and installing the expansion card

1. expansion connector 2. expansion card latch

3. expansion-card 4. expansion-card latch

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing an expansion card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: The expansion-card riser 1 and the x16 link on the riser 2 slot can be used only when both

the processors are installed.

Steps

1. Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation.

For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.

2. Locate the expansion-card connector on the system board/riser.

3. Open the expansion-card latch and remove the filler bracket.

4. Holding the card by its edges, position the card so that the card-edge connector aligns with the

expansion-card connector.

5. Insert the card-edge connector firmly into the expansion-card connector until the card is fully

seated.

6. Slide the expansion-card latch into position.

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.

Removing expansion-card risers

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: The expansion-card riser 1 and the x16 link on the riser 2 slot can be used only when both

the processors are installed.

Steps

1. Holding the touch points, lift the expansion-card riser from the riser connector on the system board.

Figure 32. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 1

1. expansion-card riser 1 2. connector

3. riser guide pin

Figure 33. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 3

1. connector 2. expansion card riser 3

3. expansion card release latch

2. If applicable, remove or install an expansion card on the riser.

3. Replace the expansion-card riser.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing expansion card risers

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. If applicable, reinstall the expansion card(s) into the expansion card riser.

2. Align the expansion-card riser with the connector and the riser guide pin on the system board.

3. Lower the expansion-card riser into place until the expansion-card riser connector is fully seated in

the connector.

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.

SD vFlash media card

A vFlash SD card is a Secure Digital (SD) card that plugs into the vFlash SD card slot in the system. It

provides persistent on-demand local storage and a custom deployment environment that allows

automation of server configuration, scripts, and imaging. It emulates USB device(s). For more information,

see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Replacing a SD vFlash card

Prerequisites

NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.

Steps

1. Locate the vFlash media slot on the system.

2. To remove the installed SD vFlash card, push inward on the card to release it and pull the card from

the card slot.

Figure 34. Removing and installing the SD vFlash card

1. SD vFlash card 2. SD vFlash card slot

3. To install the SD vFlash card, with the label side facing up, insert the contact-pin end of the SD card

into the card slot on the module.

NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.

4. Press inward on the card to lock it into the slot.

Internal dual SD module

NOTE: When the Redundancy option is set to Mirror Mode in the Integrated Devices screen of the

System Setup, the information is replicated from one SD card to another.

Removing the internal dual SD module

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Locate the internal dual SD module the system board.

2. If installed, remove the SD card(s).

3. Hold the plastic pull tab and pull the dual SD module out of the system board.

Figure 35. Removing and installing the Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM)

1. Internal Dual SD module 2. LED status indicator (2)

3. SD card (2) 4. SD card slot 2

5. SD card slot 1 6. IDSDM connector

The following table describes the IDSDM indicator codes.

Convention IDSDM indicator code Condition

A Green Indicates that the card is online

B Flashing green Indicates rebuild or activity

Convention IDSDM indicator code Condition

C Flashing amber Indicates card mismatch or that the card has

failed

D Amber Indicates that the card is offline, has failed, or is

write protected

E Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is booting

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the internal dual SD module

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Locate the IDSDM connector on the system board.

2. Align the connectors on the system board and the dual SD module.

3. Push the dual SD module until it is firmly seated on the system board.

Next steps

1. Install the SD vFlash media card(s).

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Internal SD card

Removing an internal SD Card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

Locate the SD card slot on the internal dual SD module or the backplane expander board and press

inward on the card to release it from the slot and remove the card.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing an internal SD card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: To use an SD card with your system, ensure that the internal SD card port is enabled in the

System Setup.

Steps

1. Locate the SD card connector on the internal dual SD module or the backplane expander board.

With the label side facing up, insert the contact-pin end of the card into the slot.

NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.

2. Press the card into the card slot to lock it into place.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Integrated storage controller card

Your system includes a dedicated expansion-card slot on the system board for an integrated controller

card that provides the integrated storage subsystem for your system’s internal hard drives. The controller

supports SAS and SATA hard drives and also enables you to set up the hard drives in RAID configurations

as supported by the version of the storage controller included with your system.

Removing the integrated storage controller card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

4. Remove the expansion-card riser 1.

5. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Loosen the screws that secure the integrated storage controller cable to the integrated storage-

controller card connector on the system board.

2. Lift the integrated storage controller cable out.

3. Lift one end of the card and angle it to disengage the card from the integrated storage-controller

card holder on system board.

4. Lift the card out of the chassis.

Figure 36. Removing and installing the integrated storage controller card

1. integrated storage controller cable 2. integrated storage controller card

3. integrated storage-controller card

connector on the system board 4. integrated storage controller card

holder

Next steps

1. Replace the expansion-card riser 1.

2. Replace the cooling shroud.

3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the integrated storage controller card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

4. Remove the expansion-card riser 1.

5. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Align the end of the integrated storage-controller card opposite the connector with the integrated

storage-controller card holder.

2. Lower the connector side of the integrated storage-controller card into the integrated storage-

controller card connector on the system board.

Ensure that the tabs on the system board align with the screw holes on the integrated storage-

controller card.

3. Align the screws on the integrated storage-controller card cable with the screw holes on the

connector.

4. Tighten the screws to secure the integrated storage-controller card cable with the integrated

storage-controller card connector on the system board.

Next steps

1. Replace the expansion-card riser 1.

2. Replace the cooling shroud.

3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Network daughter card

CAUTION: If the GPU card is installed, you cannot install the 10 GbE network daughter card.

Removing the network daughter card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Keep the #2 Philips screwdriver handy.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Remove the expansion-card riser 3.

2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secure the network daughter card

to the system board.

3. Hold the network daughter card by the edges on either side of the touch points and lift to remove it

from the connector on the system board.

4. Slide the network daughter card away from the back of the system until the Ethernet connectors are

clear of the slot in the back panel.

5. Lift the network daughter card out of the system.

Example

Figure 37. Removing and installing the network daughter card

1. captive screw socket (2) 2. connector on the system board

3. captive screw (2) 4. touch point (2)

5. network daughter card 6. back panel slots for Ethernet connectors

Installing the network daughter card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Keep the #1 Philips screwdriver handy.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: If the server has three PCIe cards, ensure that you install the PCIe cooling shroud in your

system.

Steps

1. Angle the card so that the Ethernet connectors fit through the slot in the back panel.

2. Align the captive screws at the back-end of the card with the screw holes on the system board.

3. Press the touch point on the card to ensure that the connector on the card is in contact with the

connector on the system board.

4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the two captive screws to secure the network daughter card

to the system board.

5. Install the expansion-card riser 3.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Processors

Use the following procedure when:

• Installing an additional processor

• Replacing a processor

NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank and a heat-sink blank in

any empty processor socket.

Removing a processor

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor

socket.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

3. If you are upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from dell.com/support

and follow the instructions included in the compressed download file to install the update on your

system.

NOTE: You can update the system BIOS using the Lifecycle Controller.

4. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

5. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card(s).

6. Remove the cooling shroud.

WARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to the touch for some time after the system has

been powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to cool before handling them.

CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the

processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.

Steps

1. To remove the heat sink:

a. Loosen one of the screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.

Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.

b. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you first removed.

c. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.

d. Remove the heat sink.

Figure 38. Removing and installing a processor heat sink

1. captive screw (4) 2. heat sink

3. processor socket 4. slot (4)

CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the

release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.

Figure 39. Processor shield

1. close first socket release lever 2. lock icon

3. processor 4. open first socket release lever

5. unlock icon

2. To remove the processor:

a. Release the open first socket-lever near the unlock icon by pushing the lever down and out

from under the tab.

b. Similarly, release the close first socket-release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever

down and out from under the tab. Lift the lever 90 degrees upward.

c. Lower the open first socket-release lever to lift the processor shield.

Figure 40. Removing and installing a processor

1. close first socket-release lever 2. pin-1 indicator of processor

3. processor 4. slot (4)

5. processor shield 6. open first socket-release lever

7. socket 8. socket keys (4)

d. Hold the tab on the processor shield and lift the processor shield until the open first socket-

release lever lifts up.

CAUTION: The socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to

bend the pins in the socket when removing the processor out of the socket.

e. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the open first socket-release lever up.

NOTE: If you are permanently removing the processor, you must install a socket protective

cap in the vacant socket to protect the socket pins and keep the socket free of dust.

NOTE: After removing the processor, place it in an anti-static container for reuse, return, or

temporary storage. Do not touch the bottom of the processor. Touch only the side edges of

the processor.

Next steps

1. Replace the heat sink(s) and processor(s). See Installing a processor.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing a processor

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

3. If you are upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from dell.com/support

and follow the instructions included in the compressed download file to install the update on your

system.

NOTE: You can update the system BIOS using the Lifecycle Controller.

4. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

5. Remove the cooling shroud.

WARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to the touch for some time after the system

has been powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to cool before handling them.

CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the

processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.

NOTE: If you are installing a single processor, it must be installed in socket CPU1.

Steps

1. Remove the heat sink.

2. Unpack the new processor.

If the processor has previously been used in a system, remove any remaining thermal grease from

the processor using a lint-free cloth.

3. Locate the processor socket.

4. If applicable, remove the socket protective cap.

5. Release the open first socket-release lever near the unlock icon by pushing the lever down and

out from under the tab.

6. Similarly, release the close first socket-release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever down

and out from under the tab. Lift the lever 90 degrees upward.

7. Hold the tab near the lock symbol on the processor shield and lift it up and out of the way.

8. To install the processor in the socket:

CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board

or the processor. Be careful not to bend the pins in the socket.

CAUTION: While removing or reinstalling the processor, wipe your hands of any

contaminants. Contaminants on the processor pins such as thermal grease or oil can damage

the processor.

a. Align the processor with the socket keys.

CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned

correctly, it engages easily into the socket.

b. Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the socket .

c. Place the processor on the socket such that the slots on the processor align with the socket keys.

CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned

correctly, it engages easily into the socket.

d. Close the processor shield.

e. Lower the close first socket-release lever near the lock icon and push it under the tab to lock

it..

f. Similarly, lower the open first socket-release lever near the unlock icon and push it under the

tab to lock it.

9. To install the heat sink:

a. If applicable, remove the existing thermal grease from the heat sink using a clean lint-free cloth.

b. Apply thermal grease on the top of the processor. Use the thermal-grease syringe included with

your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the processor as shown in the

figure.

CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in

contact with and contaminating the processor socket.

Figure 41. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor

1. processor 2. thermal grease

3. thermal-grease syringe

NOTE: The thermal-grease is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after

you use it.

c. Place the heat sink onto the processor.

d. Tighten the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.

NOTE: Tighten the screws diagonally opposite to each other. Do not over-tighten the heat

sink retention screws when installing the heat sink. To prevent over-tightening, tighten the

retention screw until resistance is felt, and stop once the screw is seated. The screw tension

should be no more than 6 in-lb (6.9 kg-cm).

Next steps

1. Install the cooling shroud.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

3. While booting, press <F2> to enter the System Setup and check that the processor information

matches the new system configuration.

4. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.

Power supply units

Your system supports one of the following:

• Two 495 W, 750 W, or 1100 W AC power supply modules or

• Two 1100 W DC power supply modules or

• Two 750 W mixed mode power supply modules

NOTE: Titanium power supply unit is nominally rated for 200 VAC to 240 VAC input only.

NOTE: When two identical power supplies are installed, power supply redundancy (1+1 – with

redundancy or 2+0 – without redundancy) is configured in system BIOS. In redundant mode, power

is supplied to the system equally from both power supplies when Hot Spare is disabled. When Hot

Spare is enabled, one of the PSUs will be put into standby when system utilization is low in order to

maximize efficiency.

NOTE: If two power supply units are used, they must be of the same maximum output power.

NOTE: For AC power supply units, use only power supply units with the Extended Power

Performance (EPP) label on the back. Mixing power supply units from previous generations of

servers can result in a power supply unit mismatch condition or failure to power on.

Hot Spare feature

Your system supports the Hot Spare feature that significantly reduces the power overhead associated

with power supply redundancy.

When the Hot Spare feature is enabled, one of the redundant power supplies is switched to a sleep state.

The active power supply supports 100% of the load, thus operating at higher efficiency. The power supply

in the sleep state monitors output voltage of the active power supply. If the output voltage of the active

power supply drops, the power supply in the sleep state returns to an active output state.

If having both power supplies active is more efficient than having one power supply in a sleep state, the

active power supply can also activate a sleeping power supply.

The default power supply settings are as follows:

• If the load on the active power supply is more than 50%, then the redundant power supply is switched

to the active state.

• If the load on the active power supply falls below 20%, then the redundant power supply is switched

to the sleep state

You can configure the Hot Spare feature using the iDRAC settings. For more information on iDRAC

settings, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/support/manuals.

Removing the power supply unit blank

If you are installing a second power supply unit, remove the power supply unit blank in the bay by

pulling the blank outward.

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, the power supply blank must be installed in the

second power supply bay in a non-redundant configuration. Remove the power supply blank

only if you are installing a second power supply.

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Figure 42. Removing and installing the power supply blank

1. power supply blank 2. power supply bay

Installing the power supply unit blank

Install the power supply unit blank only in the second power supply unit bay.

To install the power supply unit blank, align the blank with the power supply unit bay and push it into

the chassis until it clicks into place.

Removing an AC power supply unit

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

CAUTION: The system requires one power supply for normal operation. On power-redundant

systems, remove and replace only one power supply at a time in a system that is powered on.

NOTE: You may have to unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with

power supply removal. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack

documentation.

Steps

1. Disconnect the power cable from the power source and from the power supply unit you intend to

remove and remove the cables from the strap.

2. Press the release latch and slide the power supply unit out of the chassis.

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Figure 43. Removing and installing an AC power supply unit

1. release latch 2. power supply unit cable connector

3. power supply unit 4. connector

5. power supply unit handle

Installing an AC power supply unit

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only

perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as

directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is

not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions

that came with the product.

Steps

1. Verify that both the power supply units are the same type and have the same maximum output

power.

NOTE: The maximum output power (shown in watts) is listed on the power supply label.

2. If applicable, remove the power supply unit blank.

3. Slide the new power supply unit into the chassis until the power supply unit is fully seated and the

release latch snaps into place.

NOTE: If you unlatched the cable management arm, re-latch it. For information about the cable

management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.

4. Connect the power cable to the power supply unit and plug the cable into a power outlet.

CAUTION: When connecting the power cable, secure the cable with the strap.

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NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply unit, wait for 15

seconds for the system to recognize the power supply unit and determine its status. The power

supply redundancy may not occur until discovery is complete. Wait until the new power supply

unit is discovered and enabled before you remove the other power supply unit. The power-

supply unit status indicator turns green to signify that the power supply unit is functioning

properly.

Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit

Your system supports up to two –(48–60) V DC power supplies (when available).

WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must

perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC

power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or

national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not

covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: Wire the unit with copper only, unless otherwise specified, use only 10 American Wire

Gauge (AWG) wire rated minimum 90 ºC for source and return. Protect the –(48–60) V DC (1

wire) with a branch circuit over-current protection rated 50 A for DC with a high interrupt

current rating.

CAUTION: Connect the equipment to a –(48–60) V DC supply source that is electrically isolated

from the AC source (reliably grounded –(48–60) V DC SELV source). Ensure that the –(48–60) V

DC source is efficiently secured to earth (ground).

NOTE: A readily accessible disconnect device that is suitably approved and rated shall be

incorporated in the field wiring.

Input requirements

• Supply voltage: –(48–60) V DC

• Current consumption: 32 A (maximum)

Kit contents

• Dell part number 6RYJ9 terminal block or equivalent (1)

• #6-32 nut equipped with lock washer (1)

Required tools

Wire-stripper pliers capable of removing insulation from size 10 AWG solid or stranded, insulated copper

wire

NOTE: Use alpha wire part number 3080 or equivalent (65/30 stranding)

Required wires

• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) black wire [–(48–60) V DC]

• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) red wire (V DC return)

• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum green/yellow, green with a yellow stripe, stranded wire (safety

ground)

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Removing a DC power supply unit